Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hagiographies
Noun
/ˌheɪɡiˈɒɡrəfi/
Definition
A hagiography is a biography that idealizes or exaggerates the life of a saint or religious figure.
Examples
- The hagiographies of various saints provide insight into their lives and the impact they had on their communities.
- Many historical figures have hagiographies that portray them as almost superhuman.
- Reading hagiographies can sometimes blur the lines between fact and fiction when it comes to the true nature of the individual’s deeds.
Meaning
Hagiographies often focus on the virtues and miraculous deeds of the subject, presenting them in a highly favorable light.
Synonyms
- Biographies
- Life stories
- Saints’ lives
