Iterative

Pronunciation

• IPA: /ˈɪtÉ™rÉ™tɪv/, /ˈɪtÉ™rËŒeɪtɪv/

Alternative forms

• abbreviation, grammar: iter.

Full definition of iterative

Adjective

1. Of a procedure that involves repetition of steps (iteration) to achieve the desired outcome; in computing this may involve a mechanism such as a loop.
2. (grammar) Expressive of an action that is repeated with frequency.

Synonyms

• (involving repetition of steps) repeated, repetitive
• (grammar) frequentative

Antonyms

• (involving repetition of steps) noniterative

Related terms

• iterate
• iteration