reiteration

[ ree-it-uh-rey-shuhn ]

noun

1. the act of saying or doing something again, or over and over; excessive repetition:

   He says this line four or five times throughout the movie, each reiteration earning fewer laughs than the last.

Word History and Origins

Origin of reiteration¹

First recorded in 1400–50; reiterat(e) ( def ) + -ation ( def )

Example Sentences

The resolution called for an “immediate and sustained cease-fire” if Hamas released all hostages — a reiteration of the administration’s position, but with firmer language.

From New York Times

He said the case’s “distinctive feature” was “the reiteration and repetition of genocidal speech throughout every sphere of the state in Israel.”

From Seattle Times

The case’s “distinctive feature” was “the reiteration and repetition of genocidal speech throughout every sphere of the state in Israel,” he said.

From Seattle Times

But Lubet noted shortcomings, including the court's reiteration that the justices will decide for themselves whether to recuse from a case.

From Reuters

"Powell's comments on policy could continue to underpin, if not boost, real UST yields, especially if the notion of higher neutral rates are raised alongside reiteration on 'higher for longer'," Varathan added.

From Reuters

Related Words

• restatement