Definition of an Anecdote How many times have you heard your mom’s […] In this lesson, you’ll learn what makes these stories ‘anecdotes,’ as well as encounter a few examples of these brief narratives in literature! All of us have little stories of funny or sobering personal experiences and have probably heard those of several others. For example, a seminar covering race car vehicle suspension may begin with a story about how the driver or engineer became aware of a strange problem with a car. Examples of Anecdote: A politician who is arguing for a different type of healthcare program includes an anecdote about a little girl who was not able to have a transplant due to insurance. A preacher who talks about how God changes people includes an anecdote about how sweet potatoes will … Although the subject of the seminar may be highly technical, the introduction story — or anecdote — may be simple or even humorous.