Tautologous
/tɔːˈtɑːləɡəs/
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Avoid Repetition
Use 'tautologous' to critique unnecessary repetition in writing or speech. 
His argument was weak because it was full of tautologous statements.
Pro Tip 2/3Detect Padding
Recognize 'tautologous' phrases as filler, often to extend content without adding value. 
Her essay was hard to follow due to several tautologous phrases.
Pro Tip 3/3Clarify Writing
In editing, identify and remove tautologous language for clearer, more concise communication. 
I revised the report to eliminate all tautologous descriptions.
Compare with
ExcessiveExtraneousNecessaryNeedlessRedundantRepetitiousSuperfluousSurplus
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