Repeated

Definition

The term "repeated" describes something that occurs, happens, or is done more than once, often in a regular or consistent manner.

Parts of Speech

• Adjective

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /rɪˈpiː.tɪd/
• Respelling: ri-PEE-tid

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /rɪˈpiː.tɪd/
• Respelling: ri-PEE-tid

Etymology

The word "repeated" originates from the Latin "repetere," meaning "to seek again" or "to do again," from "re-" (again) and "petere" (to seek). It entered English via Old French "repeter" in the late Middle English period.

Derivatives

• Repeat (verb)
• Repeating (adjective)
• Repetition (noun)
• Repeatedly (adverb)
• Unrepeated (adjective)

Synonyms

• Recurring
• Frequent
• Consistent

Antonyms

• Occasional
• Unique
• None

Usage

The term "repeated" is commonly used to describe actions, patterns, or events that occur multiple times. For example, "The instructions were repeated several times to ensure clarity" or "The teacher emphasized the importance of repeated practice."

Related Terms

• Repetition: The action of repeating something.
• Cycle: A series of events that are regularly repeated.
• Routine: A sequence of actions regularly followed.

Detailed Definitions

Adjective

• Done or occurring more than once: Refers to actions, statements, or events that happen multiple times.
  • Example: "The announcement was repeated throughout the day."
• Recurring in a predictable or consistent pattern: Refers to regular occurrences or repetitions.
  • Example: "The experiment produced repeated results, confirming the hypothesis."