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Tautology in Business

Definition of Tautology

Tautology is a repetitive use of sentences or words that have similar meanings. In simple words, you are expressing the same, an idea or saying two or more times. The word tautology is derived from the Greek word "tauto" (the same) and "logos" (a word or an idea). A grammatical tautology means when an idea is repeated within a sentence, sentence or paragraph to give an impression that the writer is providing additional information. Tautologies are very common in the English language due to the wide variety of words borrowed from other languages. Given the fact that during its evolution the English language has been heavily influenced by several other languages, including German and Latin, it is not uncommon to find several exotic tautologies.

 Types of Tautology

There are several types of tautology that are commonly used in everyday life, poetry, prose, songs, and discussions depending on the requirements of a situation. Some of the common categories are:

Due to inadequacies in language

Intentional ambiguities

As a poetic device

Psychological meaning

Used by inept Speakers

Function of Tautology

The importance of tautology cannot be denied in modern writing. Nowadays, however, writers try to avoid using tautological words and phrases to avoid monotony and repetition. It has almost become a standard to present short and cutting-edge language rather than repetitive and redundant pieces. Despite being counted as a major style error, several writers commonly use tautology as a powerful tool to emphasize a particular idea or draw the attention of its readers to a certain aspect of life. But it is not always taken as a quality of poor grammar; but it has been taken as a specific rhetorical device.