Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cyclic

Adjective
/ˈsaɪklɪk/
Definition
Relating to a cycle; occurring in cycles or circles.
Examples
  • The phases of the moon are cyclic.
  • We experience cyclic changes in seasons every year.
  • His mood was often cyclic, swinging from high to low.
Meaning
The term cyclic describes anything that happens in a repeating pattern or sequence, often returning to the starting point after completing a set of stages.
Synonyms
  • recursive
  • repetitive
  • recurrent