Hagiographer
/ˌhæɡiˈɑːɡrəfər/
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Historical Context
Used in academic or historical texts referring to actual saints' lives, mostly in religious studies.
Her thesis on early Christian martyrs was praised for its hagiographic research.
Pro Tip 2/3Neutral Tone
The term doesn't imply criticism or praise; it's a neutral description of the writer's subject matter.
The hagiographer was commended for his impartial portrayal of Saint Francis.
Pro Tip 3/3Specific Genre
Refers to a niche genre of literature; not commonly used in everyday language.
In the library, you'll find the works of famous hagiographers in the religious section.
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