iterative

adjective

it·​er·​a·​tive ˈi-tə-ˌrā-tiv  -rə- 

: 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

Examples of iterative in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

While the survival of organizations rests on employees’ ability to innovate, perfectionistic leaders fail to acknowledge that creative output is an iterative process. —Esade Business & Law School, Forbes.com, 23 May 2025

This approach enables learners to engage in exploration and questioning while developing iterative thinking skills crucial for adapting to rapid changes in the modern world. —Ayooluwa Nihinlola, Forbes.com, 12 May 2025

The company appears to be taking an iterative approach, adding features gradually based on user feedback. —Roger Dooley, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025

Instead, the iterative process of making sure every bit of foam and carbon fiber is contributing seems to have created a more efficient shoe. —Alex Hutchinson, Outside Online, 15 Apr. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for iterative

• allocative
• appellative
• commutative
• connotative
• copulative
• degradative
• dissipative
• educative
• exudative
• facultative
• imitative
• infiltrative