verb
Uncommon
reiterate
ree-IHT-uh-rayt
Reiterate (verb) means to say something again, usually for emphasis or clarity. Example: “The teacher reiterated the deadline so no one could claim confusion.”
verb
1
To say something again, usually for emphasis or clarity.
"The teacher reiterated the deadline so no one could claim confusion."
"He reiterated his commitment to the project during the call."
"Let me reiterate my opinion."
How to use reiterate
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishTo repeat a point, often to make sure it is understood.
Common mistake
Reiterate means to repeat something already said, not simply to state something for the first time.
Common pairings
reiterate a point
reiterate that
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Word forms
- Plural
- reiterates
- Third person singular
- reiterates
- Past tense
- reiterated
- Comparative
- more reiterate
- Superlative
- most reiterate
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Etymology
From Late Latin reiterare, "to repeat," from re- ("again") plus iterare ("to repeat"), from iterum ("again").
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What does “reiterate” mean?
The word “reiterate” means to say something again, usually for emphasis or clarity. In plain terms, to repeat a point, often to make sure it is understood.
How do you pronounce “reiterate”?
“Reiterate” is pronounced ree-IHT-uh-rayt (/ɹiˈɪtəɹeɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “reiterate” in a sentence?
Here is “reiterate” used in a sentence: “The teacher reiterated the deadline so no one could claim confusion.”
What is another word for “reiterate”?
Words with a similar meaning to “reiterate” include iterate, repeat and reprise.
What is the opposite of “reiterate”?
The opposite of “reiterate” — its antonyms — is undo.
What part of speech is “reiterate”?
“Reiterate” is a verb.
Where does the word “reiterate” come from?
The word “reiterate” comes from Late Latin. From Late Latin reiterare, "to repeat," from re- ("again") plus iterare ("to repeat"), from iterum ("again").
Is “reiterate” a common word?
“Reiterate” is an uncommon word in modern English.
