repetition
4 synonyms for repetition, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The act of doing or saying something again, or an instance of it happening again.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use repetition
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
through repetition
avoid repetition
Etymology
From Latin repetitio, from repetere, "to repeat." A doublet of repetitio.
Full origin of repetition →Frequently asked questions
What does “repetition” mean?
The word “repetition” means the act of doing or saying something again, or an instance of it happening again. In plain terms, doing or saying the same thing more than once.
How do you pronounce “repetition”?
“Repetition” is pronounced rehp-uh-TIHSH-uhn (/ˌɹɛp.əˈtɪʃ.ən/ in IPA).
How do you use “repetition” in a sentence?
Here is “repetition” used in a sentence: “Learning vocabulary relies heavily on repetition.”
What is another word for “repetition”?
Words with a similar meaning to “repetition” include reiteration and reprise.
What part of speech is “repetition”?
“Repetition” is a noun.
Where does the word “repetition” come from?
The word “repetition” comes from Latin. From Latin repetitio, from repetere, "to repeat." A doublet of repetitio.
Is “repetition” a common word?
“Repetition” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
