How do you pronounce anecdote?

anecdote is pronounced as /ˈænɪkˌdoʊt/.

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anecdote

📖anecdote

noun

/ˈænɪkˌdoʊt/

anecdotal anemia

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Meaning

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

A short interesting story used in speeches or writing.

Example Sentences

She shared a funny anecdote about her first day at school.

A well-placed anecdote makes a speech more relatable.

Example Expressions

anecdotal evidence

Synonyms

story, tale, narrative, account, reminiscence, short story, illustration

Entry 1

story, tale, narrative, account, reminiscence

Entry 2

short story, narrative, illustration

Antonyms

fact, evidence, truth, generalization, report, rambling

Entry 1

fact, evidence, truth

Entry 2

generalization, report, rambling

Collocations

funny anecdote, personal anecdote, historical anecdote, anecdotal evidence

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