English / word
anecdote
noun B2MEANING IN ENGLISH
A short, amusing or interesting story about a real incident or person.; a short, amusing or interesting story about a real incident or person
A short interesting story used in speeches or writing.
A short, amusing or interesting story about a real incident or person.
In context
01
A well-placed anecdote makes a speech more relatable.
02
He shared an amusing anecdote about his college days during the speech.
Synonyms
narrative,illustration,story
Antonyms
report,fact,evidence
Collocations
funny anecdote,personal anecdote,historical anecdote