repeated
|re-peat-ed|
B1
/rɪˈpiːtɪd/
(repeat)
done again
Etymology
Etymology Information
'repeated' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'repetere,' where 're-' meant 'again' and 'petere' meant 'to seek.'
Historical Evolution
'repetere' transformed into the Old French word 'repeter,' and eventually became the modern English word 'repeat' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to seek again,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to do again.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense and past participle of repeat.
He repeated the instructions to ensure everyone understood.
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Adjective 1
done or occurring again several times in the same way.
The repeated attempts to contact her were unsuccessful.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35