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reiterated

 

[ riˈɪtəˌreɪtəd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

stated again

To reiterate means to say or do something again, often for emphasis or clarity. It emphasizes the repetition of information or ideas that might need further explanation or confirmation. This verb is commonly used in formal discussions or presentations.

Synonyms

echo, recapitulate, repeat, restate

Examples of usage

  • The manager reiterated the company policy during the meeting.
  • She reiterated her concerns about the project’s timeline.
  • He reiterated his support for the new initiative.
  • During the presentation, the speaker reiterated the key points.
  • The teacher reiterated the homework assignment to the students.

Translations

Translations of the word "reiterated" in other languages:

🇵🇹 reiterado

🇮🇳 दोहराया हुआ

🇩🇪 wiederholt

🇮🇩 diulang

🇺🇦 повторений

🇵🇱 powtórzony

🇯🇵 繰り返された

🇫🇷 répété

🇪🇸 reiterado

🇹🇷 tekrarlanan

🇰🇷 반복된

🇸🇦 مُكرّر

🇨🇿 opakovaný

🇸🇰 opakovaný

🇨🇳 重申的

🇸🇮 ponovljen

🇮🇸 endurtekið

🇰🇿 қайталанған

🇬🇪 გამეორებული

🇦🇿 təkrarlanan

🇲🇽 reiterado

Etymology

The word 'reiterate' originates from the Latin word ' reiterare,' which means 'to say or do again.' This Latin term is composed of 're-', a prefix meaning 'again', and 'it refiere', which translates to 'to say.' The term was adopted into the English language in the late 17th century. Since then, it has been used predominantly in contexts that require emphasis or clarity of communication. The evolution of the term reflects a growing emphasis on clear and effective communication, particularly in professional and academic settings. Its usage has broadened over time, making it commonplace in discussions about policies, instructions, and critical issues. As language continues to evolve, 'reiterate' remains a useful term for conveying the importance of repeating thoughts or ideas.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #11,465, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.