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Anecdotal

usgb/ˌænɪkˈdəʊtl/Volume
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Not Scientific

Implies that information is based on personal experience, rather than proven facts or research.

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They preferred anecdotal records over statistics in the meeting.
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Evidence Credibility

Be mindful that anecdotal evidence may not always be reliable or accurate.

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Her argument was weak because she used only anecdotal evidence.
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Personal Impact

Stories described as anecdotal often have a strong personal aspect and can be engaging or relatable.

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The speaker's anecdotal tales captivated the audience.
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