anecdotical
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/ˌæn.ɪkˈdoʊ.tɪ.kəl/
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/ˌæn.ɪkˈdəʊ.tɪ.kəl/
relating to anecdotes or stories
Etymology
Etymology Information
'anecdotical' originates from 'anecdote', which comes from French 'anecdote', from Greek 'anekdota', where 'an-' meant 'not' and 'ekdotos' meant 'published'.
Historical Evolution
'anecdotical' developed as an adjective form of 'anecdote', following the pattern of forming adjectives with '-ical' in English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'relating to anecdotes', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or consisting of anecdotes; based on personal accounts rather than facts or research.
His report was anecdotical, relying on stories rather than data.
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Last updated: 2025/08/04 18:36