Meaning & Definition of word "Autobiographical"

Autobiographical

/ˌɔːtəʊbaɪəˈɡræfɪkəl/

adjective:

  • 1. Relating to or denoting an account of a person's life written by that person.
    • Example: The author's autobiographical novel provides an intimate look into his childhood.
  • 2. Of or relating to the writing of autobiography.
    • Example: Her autobiographical essays reveal the challenges she faced as a young artist.
  • 3. Involving or characterized by autobiographical elements.
    • Example: The film incorporates several autobiographical details from the director's life.

Etymology

From the combination of 'auto-' meaning 'self', 'bio-' meaning 'life', and '-graphical' referring to writing.

Common Phrases and Expressions

autobiographical memory:

A person's recollection of their own life experiences.

autobiographical sketch:

A brief written description of someone's life history.

Related Words

memoir:

A historical account or biography written from personal knowledge.

biography:

An account of someone's life written by someone else.

Slang Meanings of autobiographical

Meaning: Telling your own story.

Example Sentence: After all these years, I finally went autobiographical in my podcast.

Meaning: Sharing personal life details openly.

Example Sentence: Her social media posts are pretty autobiographical; she doesn’t hold back.