Repetition
Definition
Repetition is the act of repeating words, phrases, or ideas for emphasis and to create a memorable effect in writing or speech.
Related terms
Anaphora: Anaphora is a specific type of repetition where the same word or phrase is repeated at the beginning of successive clauses or sentences.
Parallelism: Parallelism refers to using similar grammatical structures or patterns to create balance and rhythm in writing.
Alliteration: Alliteration is the repetition of initial consonant sounds in neighboring words, which adds musicality and emphasis to the text.
"Repetition" appears in:
Subjects (4)
AP Art & Design
AP English Literature
AP Psychology
AP Statistics
Study guides (1)
AP Latin - 1.2 Vergil, Aeneid, Book 1, Lines 418–440
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