adjective
- resembling or characteristic of a martyr; showing or expressing suffering or self-sacrifice in a way that seems exaggerated or self-pitying
Usage: informal; often used critically to suggest someone is being overly dramatic about their suffering
Examples
- She gave a martyrish sigh when asked to help with the dishes.
- His martyrish attitude about working late annoyed his coworkers.
- The teenager's martyrish expression suggested the homework assignment was unbearable.
- Don't be so martyrish about missing one party.
- Her martyrish tone made it clear she wanted sympathy for her minor inconvenience.