Definitions
- Describing an action or behavior that is done repeatedly and excessively. - Referring to something that is repeated in a monotonous or tedious manner. - Talking about a process or task that is done over and over again with little variation.
- Referring to an action or behavior that is done more than once. - Describing something that occurs multiple times in a sequence or pattern. - Talking about a process or task that is done again and again with some variation.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe actions or behaviors that are done more than once.
- 2Both words can be used to convey a sense of monotony or annoyance.
- 3Both words can be used to describe processes or tasks that are done repeatedly.
What is the difference?
- 1Intensity: Repetitiously implies excessive or unnecessary repetition, while repeatedly simply indicates that something happens more than once.
- 2Connotation: Repetitiously has a negative connotation, suggesting boredom or annoyance, while repeatedly is neutral and can be used in positive or negative contexts.
- 3Usage: Repetitiously is less common and more formal than repeatedly, which is more versatile and commonly used in everyday language.
Remember this!
Repetitiously and repeatedly both describe actions or behaviors that occur more than once. However, repetitiously implies excessive or unnecessary repetition without variation, while repeatedly allows for some variation or change in the repeated action. Repetitiously has a negative connotation and is less common and more formal than repeatedly, which is more versatile and commonly used in everyday language.
