TAUTOLOGY
Tautology is the unnecessary repetition of an idea or meaning in different words within a sentence, making the expression redundant. It often involves using words or phrases that convey the same meaning, adding no new information. In writing or speech, tautology can weaken clarity and make the message less effective.
Examples of tautology:
- “Free gift” (a gift is always free, so the word “free” is redundant)
- “Advance planning” (planning always happens in advance)
- “End result” (a result is always the end of something)
To avoid tautology, it’s important to ensure that each word or phrase in a sentence adds distinct value or information.