reiterate

/ɹiːˈɪt.ə.ɹeɪt/

ɹIːꞮT · ə · ɹeɪt (3 syllables)

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Definition

To say or do (something) for a second time, such as for emphasis.

Etymology

Early 15th century, from Late Latin reiteratus, past participle of reiterare (“to repeat”) from re- (“again”) + iterare (“to repeat”) from iterum (“repeat”).

Example Sentences

  • "Let me reiterate my opinion."
  • "He said France clearly wanted to "close one page and open another". He reiterated his opposition to austerity alone as the only way out of Europe's crisis: "My final duty, and I know I'm being watched from beyond our borders, is to put Europe back on the path of growth and employment.""
  • "You never spoke what did become you less / Than this; which to reiterate were sin."
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