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hagiography

The word “hagiography” has 5 syllables: hag-i-og-ra-phy

It's pronounced as /ˌhæɡiˈɑɡrəfi/

What is synonym and antonym for hagiography?

In the thesaurus, “hagiography” has 15 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for hagiography along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for hagiography

  • autobiography
  • bio
  • biography
  • character sketch
  • chronicle
  • history
  • life
  • memoir
  • obituary
  • past
  • pathography
  • profile
  • psychobiography
  • story
  • tell-all

Meanings of hagiography

  • noun
    1. The study of saints and the documentation of their lives.
    2. A biography of a saint.
    3. A biography which expresses reverence and respect for its subject.
    4. A biography which is uncritically supportive of its subject, often including embellishments or propaganda.

Example Sentences

  • The monastic archives contained a rich collection of hagiography manuscripts.
  • In medieval times, hagiography played a crucial role in shaping religious beliefs.
  • The scholar dedicated years to unraveling the mysteries hidden within the ancient hagiography.
  • The course focused on the literary aspects of hagiography and its impact on culture.
  • Despite its inherent bias, the hagiography provided valuable insights into the spiritual practices of the time.

On this page you'll find 15 synonyms or another words to hagiography, such as: autobiography, bio, biography, character sketch, chronicle, history, life.

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