repetitive

adjective

re·​pet·​i·​tive ri-ˈpe-tə-tiv 

1

: repetitious

2

: containing repetition

repetitively adverb

repetitiveness noun

Synonyms

• duplicative
• reiterative
• repetitious

Examples of repetitive in a Sentence

an injury caused by repetitive wrist movements

She left the job because the work was too repetitive.

At the risk of being repetitive, I must remind you again to be careful.

Recent Examples on the Web

Key strategies: Automate repetitive tasks such as payroll processing, invoicing, and customer inquiries to reduce labor costs. —Allbusiness, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025

People with autism often engage in repetitive self-stimulating behavior such as hand-flapping, finger-snapping and body rocking, the filing said. —Alex Brizee, Idaho Statesman, 5 Mar. 2025

Talent impacts: Automation of repetitive tasks may decrease offshoring appeal and increase demand for advanced skills. —Mit Somaiya, Sourcing Journal, 3 Mar. 2025

By automating repetitive administrative tasks such as resource allocation, scheduling, and progress reporting, Karmen improves efficiency and reduces project delays. —Jason Phillips, USA TODAY, 3 Mar. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1756, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing repetitive

• repetitive strain injury

Rhymes for repetitive

• appetitive
• competitive
• anticompetitive
• noncompetitive
• uncompetitive

Kids Definition

repetitive

adjective

re·​pet·​i·​tive ri-ˈpet-ət-iv 

: repetitious

repetitively adverb

repetitiveness noun