Choose the most suitable one-word substitution for the following.
A person who sacrifices his life for a cause.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
Martyr: Someone who suffers persecution or death for advocating, renouncing, refusing to renounce, or refusing to advocate a belief or cause as demanded by an external party.
Soldier: A person who serves in an army. While soldiers may sacrifice their lives, the term specifically refers to their occupation in the military.
Volunteer: A person who freely offers to take part in an enterprise or undertake a task without being paid.
Patriot: A person who vigorously supports their country and is prepared to defend it against enemies or detractors. Not all patriots are called to sacrifice their lives.