Definition

Adverb: - On multiple occasions; many times: Indicates that an action or event happens again and again, not just once.

Usage

The adverb "repeatedly" is used to modify a verb, showing that the action described by that verb is performed or occurs many times. It emphasizes the frequency and repetitive nature of the action. It typically comes before the main verb it modifies or at the end of a clause.

Examples

• The teacher repeatedly warned the class about the upcoming test.
• He knocked on the door repeatedly but got no answer.
• She has asked repeatedly for a copy of the report.
• The experiment failed, so they ran it repeatedly to find the error.

Advanced Usage

• For emphasis: Can be placed at the beginning of a sentence for strong emphasis on the repetitive nature.
  • Repeatedly, the system has proven to be unreliable.
• In formal or written contexts: Often used in reports, instructions, or narratives to describe persistent actions.
  • The protocol requires the sample to be centrifuged repeatedly.

Variants and Related Words

• Repeat (verb): To do or say something again.
  • Please repeat the question.
• Repetition (noun): The act of repeating; something that is repeated.
  • The repetition of the exercise builds muscle memory.
• Repetitive (adjective): Involving repetition; characterized by doing or saying the same thing many times.
  • His job involves repetitive tasks.

Synonyms

• Again and again
• Over and over
• Frequently
• Often
• Continually

Antonyms

• Once
• Seldom
• Rarely
• Never

Related Phrases and Idioms

• Time and (time) again: A phrase with a similar meaning to "repeatedly," emphasizing many occurrences over time.
  • He has made the same mistake time and again.

Adverb

1. several time
   • it must be washed repeatedly