iteration

noun

it·​er·​a·​tion ˌi-tə-ˈrā-shən 

1

: version, incarnation

the latest iteration of the operating system

2

: the action or a process of iterating or repeating: such as

a

: a procedure in which repetition of a sequence of operations yields results successively closer to a desired result

b

: the repetition of a sequence of computer instructions a specified number of times or until a condition is met compare recursion

3

: one execution of a sequence of operations or instructions in an iteration

Synonyms

• repetition
• repeat
• replay

Examples of iteration in a Sentence

your constant iteration of the same piddling complaints is wearing thin

Recent Examples on the Web

The collection includes nine different M3 iterations, the best of which is the 1990 Sport Evolution finished in Brilliantrot over a black leather interior. —Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 3 Oct. 2025

Paying homage to this history, the 2025 iteration’s Chemigum outsole is oil-resistant, and its roughout leather is much more resilient than the comparable suede, though with a similar underhand feel. —Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 3 Oct. 2025

The development went through several iterations, one of which included a beach resort, recreational lagoon and more than 600 homes. —Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 3 Oct. 2025

Variety has learned exclusively that the new iteration of the beloved sitcom has added nine recurring guest stars. —Joe Otterson, Variety, 3 Oct. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Rhymes for iteration

• abdication
• aberration
• abjuration
• abnegation
• abrogation
• acceptation
• acclamation
• acclimation
• accusation
• activation
• actuation
• acylation

Kids Definition

iteration

noun

it·​er·​a·​tion ˌit-ə-ˈrā-shən 

: repetition

especially : a computational process in which a series of operations is repeated a number of times