The expression anecdotal evidence refers to evidence from anecdotes. Because of the small sample, there is a larger chance that it may be unreliable due to cherry-picked or otherwise non-representative samples of typical cases. Anecdotal evidence is considered dubious support of a claim; it is accepted only in lieu of more solid evidence. This is true regardless of the veracity of individual claims.
Anecdotal records typically include observations of behavior, context, and interactions, as well as any pertinent details or factors that may have influenced the behavior. However, they do not typically include personal opinions or subjective interpretations that are not based on observable facts.
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She shared an anecdotal story about her memorable encounter with a famous actor.
The adverb form of the adjective "anecdotal" is "anecdotally".
To refer to another event as proof of the existence of a fact
An anecdotal experience is one that you have had that was interesting or amusing. You may tell someone about an anecdotal experience to illustrate a point.
The noun form of the adjective anecdotal is anecdote, which means a short amusing or interesting personal story. It comes from the greek anecdote (Ἀνέκδοτα), meaning unpublished or "not given out".
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Anecdotal records are used to document specific behaviors, interactions, or incidents as they naturally occur. They help teachers or researchers track and analyze patterns of behavior over time, identify strengths and areas for improvement, and make informed decisions to support individual needs or adjust teaching strategies.
The professor used anecdotal examples and allegorical stories to teach the class. Something that is anecdotal contains an anecdote: a brief story, usually relaying some personal account or event.
Empirical scientific evidence is the opposite of anecdotal evidence. Empirical scientific evidence is that evidence garnered through the use of strict "scientific method"; while anecdotal is usually based on opinion or personal, unprovable or unrepeatable experience. Example: UFO are believed to exist primarily because of anecdotal evidence rather than empirical evidence.