iteratively.

Through repeated steps or cycles, often refining the result each time.

Use it for

Words that belong together

• refine iteratively
• solve iteratively
• develop iteratively

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The team refined the model iteratively as each new dataset exposed a weakness.

Usage notes

Primary category: academic / formal. Forms: Invariable adverb. Legacy lexical fields mirror sense 1 only. Use numbered sense fields for all meanings. Established modern English lexical item. No separate regional spelling or grammatical inflection entry. Writing functions: analysis, explanation, qualification. Commonness: moderately common.