Tautology

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What Does Tautology Mean?

  • 同义反复
  • 重复说法
  • 冗语

Tautology Pronunciation

/tɔːˈtɒl.ə.dʒi/

Tautology Definition

noun

Definition

A phrase or expression in which the same thing is said twice in different words, often considered to be unnecessary repetition.

In ZH

一种用不同的词表达同一事物的短语或表达，通常被视为不必要的重复。

How to Use Tautology in a Sentence

  • The phrase 'free gift' is an example of tautology.
  • Saying 'I saw it with my own eyes' is a tautology.
  • His explanation was filled with tautologies that bored the audience.
  • Avoiding tautology can make your writing clearer and more concise.
  • In logic, a tautology is a statement that is true in every possible interpretation.