Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
recursive
Adjective
/rɪˈkɜːrsɪv/
Definition
Relating to or involving the repeated application of a rule, definition, or procedure.
Examples
- The method uses a recursive function to calculate Fibonacci numbers.
- In computer science, recursive algorithms are common for tasks like sorting and searching.
- The definition of a recursive sequence is one where each term is defined in terms of the previous terms.
Meaning
In programming and mathematics, recursive refers to a process where a function calls itself in order to solve a problem.
Synonyms
- repetitive
- self-referential
- redound
