Definition

Describing something that is characterized by repetition or occurring multiple times.

Example

The iterant nature of the process made it necessary to review the results frequently.

Conversation

I’ve been thinking about how our study methods are quite iterant when preparing for exams.

Yeah, we keep going over the same topics multiple times, right?

Exactly! It really helps reinforce what we’ve learned.

Totally, I think that iterant approach makes a big difference in understanding.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Iterant → It is formed from "iterare" (meaning to repeat) and the suffix "-ant" (indicating an agent or something that performs an action). The word "iterant" refers to something that is characterized by repetition or a person who travels from place to place repeatedly.

Memory Tip

Think of 'iterare' meaning to 'repeat' — that's why 'iterant' describes someone or something that travels repeatedly.

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