repeated — Done, said, or occurring again and again; happening multiple times in succession.
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: Done, said, or occurring again and again; happening multiple times in succession.
Pronunciation (IPA): /rɪˈpiːtɪd/
Example Sentences
- After repeated coffee spills on his laptop, Tom finally bought a sippy cup.
- The repeated sound of the alarm clock made him dream about fire trucks.
- Repeated practice is essential for mastering any skill.
repeated
ADJECTIVE[/rɪˈpiːtɪd/]
Done, said, or occurring again and again; happening multiple times in succession.
Done, said, or occurring again and again; happening multiple times in succession.
Through repeated tries, the defeated becomes completed!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin repetere, meaning 'to seek again' or 'to do again'. The word evolved to describe actions or events that occur multiple times.
Breakdown
re- (again/back) + petere (to seek/to aim for) + -ed (past participle suffix)
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“After repeated coffee spills on his laptop, Tom finally bought a sippy cup.”
“The repeated sound of the alarm clock made him dream about fire trucks.”
“Repeated practice is essential for mastering any skill.”
“She showed repeated signs of improvement in her English.”
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