anecdote
What is another word for anecdote? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A short, often amusing story about a real event or person.
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How to use anecdote
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a funny anecdote
share an anecdote
anecdotal evidence
Etymology
From French anecdote, ultimately from Greek anekdotos, "unpublished" — originally referring to untold behind-the-scenes stories.
Full origin of anecdote →Frequently asked questions
What does “anecdote” mean?
The word “anecdote” means a short, often amusing story about a real event or person. In plain terms, a brief true story, usually told to illustrate a point or entertain, rather than a formal or statistical account.
How do you pronounce “anecdote”?
“Anecdote” is pronounced AN-ihk-doht (/ˈæn.ɪkˌdoʊt/ in IPA).
How do you use “anecdote” in a sentence?
Here is “anecdote” used in a sentence: “He opened his speech with a funny anecdote about his first job.”
What part of speech is “anecdote”?
“Anecdote” is a noun.
Where does the word “anecdote” come from?
The word “anecdote” comes from French. From French anecdote, ultimately from Greek anekdotos, "unpublished" — originally referring to untold behind-the-scenes stories.
Is “anecdote” a common word?
“Anecdote” is an uncommon word in modern English.
