CYCLIC Synonyms: 35 Similar and Opposite Words

cyclic

adjective

variants or cyclical

Definition of cyclic

as in periodic

happening again and again in the same order cyclic changes in the weather the cyclical nature of history

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Recent Examples of cyclic Hardware margins are cyclical, while service margins compound. — Ali Aydan, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026 In his view, the relationship between Wikipedia and the broader information ecosystem has always been cyclical rather than hierarchical. — Carson Griffith, New Yorker, 30 July 2026 However, cryptocurrency trading volumes fell sharply as bitcoin and other tokens remain in a cyclical downturn. — Tanaya MacHeel, CNBC, 29 July 2026 The prevalence and effectiveness of Moms for Liberty in relation to school board elections has been short-lived because the nature of culture war issues is cyclical, experts say. — Trinity Webster-Bass, Miami Herald, 21 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for cyclic

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The first uses satellite imaging integrated with geographic information systems to replace periodic inspections with continuous environmental monitoring.

— Gamuda Contributor, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
The lightweight feet are made from triply periodic minimal surface (TPMS) structures that absorb and release impact energy, reducing the workload on the robot’s motors.

— Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of periodic

Adjective

Jain responded that most of their clients either currently have BV or have dealt with recurrent infections in the past.

— Sarah DiGregorio, Vanity Fair, 27 July 2026
Aiyuk began veering away from the team’s rehabilitation protocol soon after the surgery, failing to communicate with the team — a recurrent theme between Aiyuk and the 49ers — and preferring to rehabilitate on his own.

— Matt Barrows, New York Times, 27 July 2026

Definition of recurrent

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Penned by Francesco Paszkowski Design, the T60 is more contemporary in style than traditional Bagliettos, showcasing a sharp, near-vertical bow, seemingly suspended hull sides, a continuous black-glass band, and an open stern.

— Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 4 Aug. 2026
Engineers will evaluate how the concept performs in scenarios where continuous connectivity and persistent sensing are essential.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 4 Aug. 2026

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