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Anecdotal

usgb/ˌænɪkˈdəʊtl/Volume
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Not ScientificPlay
Implies that information is based on personal experience, rather than proven facts or research. SlideThey preferred anecdotal records over statistics in the meeting.
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Evidence CredibilityPlay
Be mindful that anecdotal evidence may not always be reliable or accurate. SlideHer argument was weak because she used only anecdotal evidence.
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Personal ImpactPlay
Stories described as anecdotal often have a strong personal aspect and can be engaging or relatable. SlideThe speaker's anecdotal tales captivated the audience.