Definition of hagiography Hagiography

/hæˌgiɑˈgɹʌfi/ - [hatgeeagrufee] - hag•i•og•ra•phy

We found 8 definitions of hagiography from 5 different sources.

What does hagiography mean?

Plural: hagiographies

hagiography - a biography that idealizes or idolizes the person (especially a person who is a saint)

biography, life story, life history, life an account of the series of events making up a person's life

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hagiography (Noun)
The study of saints.
hagiography (Noun)
A biography of a saint.
hagiography (Noun)
A biography which expresses reverence and respect for its subject.
hagiography (Noun)
A biography which is uncritically supportive of its subject, often including embellishments or propaganda.