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cyclic

 

[ ˈsaɪklɪk ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

mathematics

Relating to or denoting a process or phenomenon that occurs in a regular sequence of steps or at intervals.

Synonyms

periodic, recurring, repetitive

Examples of usage

  • The cyclic nature of the lunar phases is fascinating.
  • The computer program follows a cyclic pattern to complete the task.
  • The cyclic function repeats itself after a fixed interval.
Context #2 | Adjective

chemistry

Relating to or denoting a compound that contains a closed chain or ring of atoms.

Synonyms

closed-chain, looped, ring-shaped

Examples of usage

  • The cyclic structure of the molecule was determined using spectroscopy.
  • Cyclic compounds are common in organic chemistry.

Translations

Translations of the word "cyclic" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cíclico

🇮🇳 चक्रीय

🇩🇪 zyklisch

🇮🇩 siklik

🇺🇦 циклічний

🇵🇱 cykliczny

🇯🇵 周期的な (しゅうきてきな)

🇫🇷 cyclique

🇪🇸 cíclico

🇹🇷 döngüsel

🇰🇷 주기적인 (jugijeog-in)

🇸🇦 دوري (daouriy)

🇨🇿 cyklický

🇸🇰 cyklický

🇨🇳 循环的 (xúnhuán de)

🇸🇮 cikličen

🇮🇸 hringrásar

🇰🇿 циклдік

🇬🇪 ციკლური (tsik'luri)

🇦🇿 dövrü

🇲🇽 cíclico

Word origin

The word 'cyclic' originated from the Greek word 'kuklos' meaning 'circle' or 'cycle'. It first appeared in English in the mid-17th century. The term is widely used in various scientific fields to describe processes, patterns, or structures that repeat in a regular sequence or form a closed loop.

See also: bicycle, cycle, cycles, cyclical, cycling, cyclist, recycle, upcycle.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #7,719 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.