MARTYRIES
9 letters · 3 syllables · noun
Definition of MARTYRIES
A shrine in honor of a (usually religious, notably Christian) martyr, possibly at his grave. I
"Major martyries are often traditional destinations of pilgrimages, hence become chapels or churches beyond the local parish needs"
A shrine at a site which "bears witness" to a crucial religious event not related to a tomb.
Examples of MARTYRIES in a Sentence
- "Major martyries are often traditional destinations of pilgrimages, hence become chapels or churches beyond the local parish needs"
Word Details
Is MARTYRIES a Scrabble Word?
Yes, MARTYRIES is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: MARTYRIES uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for MARTYRIES
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | m | a | r | t | y | r | i | e | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 14 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 14 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in MARTYRIES
100 words from the letters in MARTYRIES
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How to Use MARTYRIES in Word Games
MARTYRIES is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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