Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tautological
Adjective
/tɔːˈtɒl.ə.dʒɪ.kəl/
Definition
Relating to or involving a tautology; redundant in terms of expression.
Examples
- The phrase “free gift” is tautological because a gift is, by definition, free.
- Saying “it is what it is” can be considered tautological because it doesn’t provide any new information.
Meaning
When a statement is tautological, it repeats the same idea in different words, leading to unnecessary redundancy.
Synonyms
- Redundant
- Repetitive
- Needless
