What does recursive mean?
Recursive means drawing upon itself, referring back..
Recursive
/ɹɪˈkɜː(ɹ)sɪv/ · adjective
Meaning
drawing upon itself, referring back..
Definitions by Sense
- drawing upon itself, referring back.
- (mathematics, not comparable) of an expression, each term of which is determined by applying a formula to preceding terms
- (computing, not comparable) of a program or function that calls itself
- (computing theory, not comparable, of a function) which can be computed by a theoretical model of a computer, in a finite amount of time
- (computing theory, not comparable, of a set) whose characteristic function is recursive (4)
Example Sentences
The recursive nature of stories which borrow from each other
Word Forms
- more recursive
- most recursive
Synonyms for recursive
Antonyms for recursive
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When Should You Use Recursive?
Use recursive when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for recursive?
Common synonyms include algorithmic.
What is the opposite of recursive?
Possible antonyms include non-recursive.
How do you use recursive in a sentence?
The recursive nature of stories which borrow from each other
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