👉 A polygraphist is a person who uses deception to manipulate someone into revealing information about themselves or others. This can include questions that are designed to elicit false statements, such as "Are you 18 years old?" or "Tell me about your favorite book." A polygraphist may also use other methods, such as lying, to gather information without the person's consent. The term itself comes from the German word "poly" meaning many and "graphus" meaning a device that
