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martyrize vs torment

torment vs martyrize

martyrize is not a noun while torment is a noun.

martyrize and torment both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
martyrize No No Yes No
torment Yes No Yes No
As verbs, torment is a hypernym of martyrize; that is, torment is a word with a broader meaning than martyrize:
  • martyrize: torture and torment like a martyr
  • torment: subject to torture
Other hypernyms of martyrize include excruciate, torture.
martyrize (noun) torment (noun)
the act of harassing someone
a severe affliction
intense feelings of suffering; acute mental or physical pain
extreme mental distress
a feeling of intense annoyance caused by being tormented
unbearable physical pain
martyrize (verb) torment (verb)
torture and torment like a martyr subject to torture
torment emotionally or mentally
treat cruelly
Difference between martyrize and torment

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