iterative

adjective

it·​er·​a·​tive ˈi-tə-ˌrā-tiv How to pronounce iterative (audio) -rə- How to pronounce iterative (audio)
: involving repetition: such as
a
: expressing repetition of a verbal action
b
: utilizing the repetition of a sequence of operations or procedures
iterative programming methods
iteratively adverb

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Use this insight to inform iterative design, ensuring the product truly aligns with human experiences and values. Expert Panel®, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025 In this iterative process, everyone involved is learning the complexities of creating an inclusive multisensory experience. M. Leona Godin, AFAR Media, 3 Jan. 2025 But the development is less iterative, and not just because a novel needs a different kind of pacing, a need that Buzzati meets with unerring judgment. Christopher Tayler, Harper's Magazine, 2 Jan. 2025 This iterative approach not only accelerates innovation but also creates an environment where creativity thrives. IEEE Spectrum, 16 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for iterative 

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of iterative was in the 15th century

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“Iterative.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/iterative. Accessed 19 Jan. 2025.

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