Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
anecdotal
Adjective
/ˌæn.ɪkˈdoʊ.t̬əl/
Definition
Based on personal accounts rather than verified facts or research.
Examples
- The marketing team relied on anecdotal evidence to support their claims.
- An anecdotal report from a friend isn’t enough to prove the theory.
- Her anecdotal observations about the class were insightful but not scientifically rigorous.
Meaning
Refers to information that is based on personal anecdotes or stories, often lacking scientific evidence.
Synonyms
- Reported
- Informal
- Subjective
- Personal
- Unverified
