Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

anedota

noun

ah-neh-DOH-tah

Definition

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

Examples

She shared a funny anedota from her childhood that made everyone laugh.
The anedota he told at the dinner party broke the ice and had everyone in stitches.
In his speech, he included an anedota that illustrated the importance of kindness.

Meaning

An anedota is a brief tale or narrative that often includes humorous elements, intended to entertain or provide insight into a particular situation, person, or social commentary.