anecdote

[ˈæn.ɪk.dəʊt]

anecdote Definition

a short, amusing, or interesting story about a real incident or person.

Using anecdote: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "anecdote" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He told us an amusing anecdote about his trip to Paris.

  • Example

    The book is full of anecdotes about his life as a soldier.

  • Example

    She shared a touching anecdote about her grandfather at the funeral.

anecdote Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for anecdote

Phrases with anecdote

  • a story about one's own experiences or observations

    Example

    I shared a personal anecdote about my struggle with anxiety during the presentation.

  • evidence based on personal accounts or stories rather than on reliable research or statistics

    Example

    The claim that the new drug is effective is based on anecdotal evidence rather than clinical trials.

  • a solution or remedy that is not based on scientific evidence but is believed to be effective based on personal experience or stories

    Example

    Some people believe that drinking hot water with lemon is an anecdote to the common cold.

Origins of anecdote

from French 'anecdote', from Greek 'anekdota', meaning 'things unpublished'

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Summary: anecdote in Brief

An 'anecdote' [ˈæn.ɪk.dəʊt] is a short, amusing, or interesting story about a real incident or person. It can be used to illustrate a point or to entertain. Phrases like 'personal anecdote' and 'anecdotal evidence' use 'anecdote' to denote personal experience or stories that may not be based on reliable research or statistics. 'Anecdote to the problem' refers to a solution or remedy that is not based on scientific evidence but is believed to be effective based on personal experience or stories.

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