Definitions

1. noun

a short and often amusing story about a particular incident or event

“The professor told an anecdote about his time in college to make the lecture more engaging.”

2. noun

a personal story told to illustrate a point or make a situation more relatable

“She shared an anecdote about her struggle to find a job after graduating from college.”

3. noun

a story or account of an event that is often humorous or revealing

“The comedian’s anecdote about his childhood was hilarious and had the audience laughing.”