iterate

[ˈɪtəreɪt]

iterate Definition

• 1. to say or do something again, often several times
• 2. to repeat a process in order to improve it or to get closer to a desired outcome
• 3. to perform or utter repeatedly

Using iterate: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "iterate" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  Let me iterate the main points of the presentation.

• Example

  We need to iterate this design until it's perfect.

• Example

  He kept iterating his request until he got what he wanted.

iterate Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for iterate

• repeat
• reiterate
• recapitulate
• restate
• echo

Antonyms for iterate

• abandon
• discontinue

Phrases with iterate

• iterate over

  to repeat a process for each item in a collection or set

  Example

  The program iterates over each element in the list and performs a specific operation.

• iterate on

  to repeat a process with the goal of improving or refining it

  Example

  We need to iterate on this design until we get it right.

• iterate through

  to repeat a process for each item in a collection or set, usually in a sequential manner

  Example

  The algorithm iterates through each element in the array and performs a specific operation.

Origins of iterate

from Latin 'iteratus', past participle of 'iterare', meaning 'to repeat'

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Summary: iterate in Brief

The verb 'iterate' [ˈɪtəreɪt] means to repeat something, often multiple times, or to perform a process repeatedly with the aim of improving it. It can be used in various contexts, such as presentations, designs, and requests. Examples include 'Let me iterate the main points of the presentation,' and 'We need to iterate this design until it's perfect.' The verb also has specific phrases like 'iterate over,' 'iterate on,' and 'iterate through,' which refer to repeating a process for each item in a collection or set.