adjective
- resembling or befitting a martyr; showing the qualities of a martyr
Usage: archaic; rare
Examples
- His martyrly devotion to the cause inspired others to join the movement.
- She bore her suffering with martyrly patience.
- The saint’s martyrly death became legendary among believers.
- He displayed a martyrly willingness to sacrifice for his principles.
- Her martyrly acceptance of hardship impressed even her critics.