Biography
9 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
A detailed written account of someone's life, documenting their experiences, achievements, and significant events. It represents a literary genre focused on individual life narratives.
“The authorised biography provided unprecedented insights into the artist's creative process and personal struggles.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/baɪˈɒɡrəfi/
Syllables
bi·og·ra·phy
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Three instances of vowels and the valuable Y are recognisable
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17 points; valuable for using Y (4pts), H (4pts), and B (3pts)
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