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iterative

/ˈɪtɚˌeɪtɪv/

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Start with a stressed short i.

The first syllable carries the main beat here, with a smaller ay beat later. Finish with a light short vowel and v.

4 syllables · Stress on syllable 1

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Design is an iterative process.

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What does iterative mean?

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. Expressive of an action that is repeated with frequency.

noun

  1. A verb showing the iterative aspect.

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IPA pronunciation

/ˈɪtɚˌeɪtɪv/

Pronunciation used in the listening tip.

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Other dictionary pronunciations

/ˈɪt(ə)ɹətɪv//ˈɪtəˌɹeɪtɪv/
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