planned repetition

noun

UK /plænd ˌrɛpɪˈtɪʃən/

US /plænd ˌrɛpəˈtɪʃən/

Saying or doing the same thing again and again on purpose.

The teacher used planned repetition to help the class remember the new words.

SYNONYMS

deliberate repetition intentional repetition purposeful repetition rehearsed repetition

RELATED WORDS

practice drill rhythm pattern memorization

OTHER MEANINGS

2. In music, a repeated phrase that is written into the piece on purpose.

The song's planned repetition of the chorus makes it easy to sing along.

3. In learning, repeating information at set times so it stays in memory.

Planned repetition of the spelling list helped him ace the test.

4. In design, using the same shape or color again to make a pattern.

The wallpaper's planned repetition of small stars looks neat and calm.