Hagiographist (Noun)
Meaning
The author of a worshipful or idealizing biography.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The famous musician's hagiographist made sure to include only the most flattering anecdotes in the biography, omitting any hint of scandal or controversy.
- Her years of studying under the renowned philosopher made her the perfect hagiographist to write a worshipful biography of his life.
- Many critics have accused the politician's hagiographist of glossing over the darker aspects of their subject's career in favor of a more idealized portrayal.
- As a hagiographist, she felt a deep sense of responsibility to honor the legacy of the saint by portraying them in the most favorable light possible.
- The bestselling hagiographist has built a career on writing glowing biographies of famous entrepreneurs, but some have begun to question the accuracy of their accounts.