🔁repetition

noun
/ˌrɛpɪˈtɪʃən/

Meaning

The action of repeating something that has already been said, written, or done.
the action of repeating something that has already been said or written

Example Sentences

The teacher emphasized the importance of repetition in learning new vocabulary.

Constant repetition helps students memorize vocabulary effectively.

Example Expressions

history repeats itself

Synonyms

recurrence, reiteration, duplication, reproduction, restatement
Entry 1
recurrence, reiteration, recurrence, duplication, reproduction
Entry 2
reiteration, recurrence, duplication, restatement

Antonyms

originality, uniqueness, novelty, variation
Entry 1
originality, uniqueness, novelty
Entry 2
originality, novelty, variation

Collocations

constant repetition, unnecessary repetition, repetition of words, repetition drill, avoid repetition
Entry 1
constant repetition, unnecessary repetition, repetition of words, repetition drill
Entry 2
constant repetition, avoid repetition, unnecessary repetition, repetition of words

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A state in which opposing forces or influences are balanced.

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