anecdotal
adjective
an·ec·dot·al
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Definition of anecdotal
1
: based on or consisting of reports or observations of usually unscientific observers
anecdotal evidence health benefits that may be more anecdotal than factual
2a
: of, relating to, or consisting of anecdotes
an anecdotal biography
b
: given to or skilled in telling anecdotes : anecdotic sense 2
my anecdotal uncle
3
: of, relating to, or being the depiction of a scene suggesting a story
anecdotal details
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Other Words from anecdotal
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Examples of anecdotal in a Sentence
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There have been several recent storms that provide anecdotal evidence. — Brandon Miller, CNN, "Climate change makes storms like Dorian more dangerous," 4 Sep. 2019 Because data is limited, the drugâs reputation hinges on anecdotal evidence, which should, of course, be considered with caution. — Mike Mariani, The New Yorker, "A Town for People with Chronic Fatigue," 3 Sep. 2019 Though there is plenty of first-person anecdotal evidence about the fitness value of mermaiding, the practice seems too new to have prompted in-depth research. — Elizabeth Kiefer, The Know, "âMermaidingâ is both a thing and suddenly everywhere. But is it a real workout?," 17 Aug. 2019 But here's one of a few anecdotal examples that, to me, highlights exactly the sense of humor Enter the Florpus does best. — Sam Machkovech, Ars Technica, "Invader Zim: Enter the Florpus," 16 Aug. 2019 There is plenty of anecdotal and rumored evidence to suggest baseball is using a ball with less drag in 2019, which means more carry. — Tom Verducci, SI.com, "10 Storylines Defining Baseball in 2019," 8 July 2019 And the data is typically anecdotal and otherwise squishy. — Chris Jones, chicagotribune.com, "What's the economic impact of Blues Fest or Jazz Fest? Chicago will now get data from your Mastercard spending," 18 May 2018 The results of the study, which focused on metabolism, complement anecdotal examples and take an initial step toward quantifying exaptationâs contribution, at least within this system, said researchers not involved in the work. — Quanta Magazine, "Evolution as Opportunist," 4 Sep. 2013 While more research is needed, so far studies and anecdotal evidence suggest that CBD can treat anxiety, pain, insomnia, and acts as an anti-inflammatory. — Sophie Saint Thomas, Allure, "Cannabis Brand Kush Queen Is Launching a Makeup Brand," 8 Aug. 2019These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'anecdotal.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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