What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
repeatedly
Example
He repeatedly asked for a raise, but his boss refused. [repeatedly: adverb]
Example
The alarm clock repeatedly went off every five minutes until I turned it off. [repeatedly: adverb]
repetitively
Example
She typed the same sentence repetitively for hours until she finished the report. [repetitively: adverb]
Example
The assembly line workers performed the same task repetitively all day long. [repetitively: adverb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Repeatedly is more commonly used than repetitively in everyday language. Repeatedly is a common word that can be used in various contexts, while repetitively is less common and is typically used in specific situations.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between repeatedly and repetitively?
Both repeatedly and repetitively are neutral in formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
