Definitions
- Describing an action that is done many times, often with a short interval between each repetition. - Referring to something that happens frequently or habitually. - Talking about an event or situation that occurs multiple times in a row.
- Describing an action that is done in a repetitive or monotonous manner. - Referring to something that is repeated over and over again without variation. - Talking about a task or activity that becomes tedious or boring due to its repetitive nature.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe actions or events that occur more than once.
- 2Both words are adverbs that modify verbs.
- 3Both words can be used to describe negative situations or behaviors.
- 4Both words have similar spellings and pronunciations.
What is the difference?
- 1Frequency: Repeatedly implies that an action or event happens many times, while repetitively emphasizes the monotony or sameness of the action.
- 2Intensity: Repeatedly can suggest persistence or determination, while repetitively can suggest boredom or lack of creativity.
- 3Connotation: Repeatedly can have a neutral or positive connotation, while repetitively often has a negative connotation.
- 4Usage: Repeatedly is more versatile and can be used in a wider range of contexts, while repetitively is more specific and is typically used to describe tedious or monotonous tasks.
Remember this!
Repeatedly and repetitively are both adverbs that describe actions or events that occur more than once. However, repeatedly emphasizes the frequency of the action, while repetitively emphasizes the monotony or sameness of the action. Repeatedly can have a neutral or positive connotation and is more versatile in usage, while repetitively often has a negative connotation and is more specific in describing tedious or monotonous tasks.
