iterative

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Synonyms: imperative, operative, iterate, iteration, integrative, interactive, alterative, reiterative, incerative, ideative, literatize

Antonyms: imperative, operative, iterate, iteration, integrative, interactive, alterative, reiterative, incerative, ideative, literatize

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Adjective

1. Of a [[procedure]] that involves [[repetition]] of steps ([[iteration]]) to achieve the desired outcome; in computing this may involve a mechanism such as a [[loop]].
2. {{lb|en|grammar}} Expressive of an action that is [[repeat]]ed with [[frequency]].

Noun

1. {{lb|en|grammar}} A [[verb]] showing the [[iterative aspect]].

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