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

• duplication
• redo
• reduplication
• reiteration
• renewal
• repeat
• repetition
• replay
• replication
• reprise

Examples of iteration in a Sentence

your constant iteration of the same piddling complaints is wearing thin

Recent Examples on the Web

Still, new iterations of the brand’s rock boots with an edgier vibe got all the attention, like a sock version coming with a pointy toe, the label’s signature Egg heel and a plethora of buckles cinching the ankles. —Lily Templeton, WWD, 12 Mar. 2025

This iteration of the report marks the 10th anniversary of collecting such data. —Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 12 Mar. 2025

Companies that understand design as a comprehensive approach to user experience, from research through testing and iteration, are seeing outsized returns. —Goran Paun, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025

Apple originally introduced the design in the middle of 2022, and it was joined by a similar 15-inch iteration in the summer of 2023. —Ars Technica, 11 Mar. 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