Definition

1. Verb:
   • To say or do something again, often for emphasis or clarity: To repeat a statement, action, or performance, typically to stress its importance or to ensure it is understood.

Usage

The verb "reiterate" is used to express the action of repeating something that has already been said or done. It often implies a deliberate repetition for the purpose of emphasis, confirmation, or clarity. It is a formal synonym for "repeat."

Examples

• Verb:
  • The manager had to reiterate the safety rules to the new employees.
  • She reiterated her support for the proposal during the meeting.
  • Let me reiterate: the deadline is final and cannot be extended.

Advanced Usage

• "To reiterate a point": To repeat a specific argument or idea for emphasis.

  • To reiterate my main point, investment in education is crucial for development.

• "To reiterate one's position": To formally restate one's stance or opinion on a matter.

  • The ambassador reiterated her country's position on the peace talks.

Variants and Related Words

• Reiteration (noun): The act of reiterating; a repeated statement.

  • His speech was just a reiteration of the points made last week.

• Reiterative (adjective): Characterized by repetition.

  • The reiterative nature of the instructions made them easy to remember.

Synonyms

• Repeat: To say or do again.
• Restate: To state again or in a new way.
• Recapitulate: To summarize and repeat the main points.

Related Phrases

• "To reiterate for the record": To formally repeat a statement so it is officially noted.
  • I want to reiterate for the record that we were not informed of this change.

Idioms

Note: "Reiterate" itself is not commonly used in idiomatic expressions. Its usage is typically direct and formal.

Verb

1. to say, state, or perform again
   • She kept reiterating her request