Repetition Glossary receives a topic-specific treatment on this page.
Battologize
To repeat needlessly or tiresomely.
Battology
Excessive repetition.
Anaphora
Repetition at beginnings.
Epistrophe
Repetition at endings.
Epizeuxis
Immediate repetition.
Tautology
Redundant restatement.
Pleonasm
More words than necessary.
Refrain
A recurring line with structural purpose.
Frequently asked questions
What does battologize mean?
To repeat words, phrases, or ideas excessively and tiresomely.
Is all repetition bad?
No. Deliberate repetition can create emphasis, rhythm, structure, or memory.
What is battology?
The noun for needless or wearisome repetition.
How do I fix repetitive writing?
Keep the strongest version and remove restatements that add nothing new.
Is battologize a real word?
Yes. It is an established but uncommon English verb.