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

The green sauces below are iterative recipes with endless applications. —Emily Saladino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 5 Apr. 2025

Rather than merely mastering new tools or skills, teams must embrace ongoing experimentation, regularly challenge assumptions, actively engage in iterative learning, and collectively apply human judgment to understand and leverage AI’s evolving capabilities. —Melissa Daimler, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025

This style of iterative improvement mimics how real innovation occurs in the wild: through trial, feedback, and refinement. —John Winsor, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025

Finally, the iterative process, which is crucial when considering MVP, also applies to the MVC framework. —Matt Abrahams, TIME, 25 Mar. 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