tautological
Something tautological is redundant and circular, especially when talking about logic. "Logical things are logical" is a tautological sentence.
We use the word tautological for statements that go in a circle, like this sentence: "A circle is circular." This is a logical problem, because it doesn't make sense to define something in terms of itself. If you don't know what a fish is, then "fish are fishy" means nothing. When you're trying to make a point, avoid tautological statements.
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characterized by unnecessary repetition“the phrase `a beginner who has just started' is tautological”
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synonyms:
pleonastic, redundant, tautologic
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prolix
tediously prolonged or tending to speak or write at great length
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Vocabulary lists containing tautological
In this novel, which draws heavily on Conroy's own upbringing, Ben Meecham must learn to stand up to his domineering father, a Marine fighter pilot.
Andrew Smith's hilarious and irreverent novel follows fourteen-year-old Ryan Dean West as he attempts to navigate friendship, love, and rugby while at boarding school.
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