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tautology

noun

/tɔːˈtɒlədʒi/

Meaning

the unnecessary repetition of the same idea in different words

The phrase 'it will happen or it won’t' is a tautology.

repetition, redundancy, reiteration, circularity

clarity, brevity, precision

logical tautology, linguistic tautology, avoid tautology

Foolish or excessive concern with one's appearance or manners; pretentious behavior.

The quality or fact of being able to grip something firmly; persistence.

a paid occupation, especially one requiring specialized education or training

a sheet of canvas or material stretched on a frame to shelter a place from the sun or rain

the ability to move or think quickly and easily

Patient self-control; restraint and tolerance, especially in difficult situations.