Definition

To say or do something again, often for emphasis or clarity.

Example

The teacher had to reiterate the instructions for the assignment several times.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Can you reiterate what the teacher said about the project?

Sure! She mentioned we need to submit it by next week.

I just want to make sure I didn’t miss anything important when she explained it.

No problem! I’ll reiterate the main points for you.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Reiterate → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "iterare" (meaning to repeat). The word means to repeat something again, emphasizing the action of reiteration.

Memory Tip

Think of doing something 'again' ('re-') and 'repeating' it ('iterare') — that's why reiterate means to say something again.

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