cyclical process

[/ˈsɪklɪkəl ˈprɑːses/]
nounpl: cyclical processes
processo cíclico
1. A series of events or operations that repeat in the same order, returning to the starting point
The water cycle is a cyclical process that involves evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.
O ciclo da água é um processo cíclico que envolve evaporação, condensação e precipitação.
2. A recurring sequence in business, economics, or nature that regularly repeats
Economic growth follows a cyclical process of expansion and contraction.
O crescimento econômico segue um processo cíclico de expansão e contração.
3. Any repeating pattern or operation that returns to its initial state
The seasons represent a cyclical process in nature.
As estações representam um processo cíclico na natureza.
The term 'cyclical process' is widely used in Brazilian business and scientific contexts, especially when discussing economic cycles, environmental processes, or industrial workflows. It reflects the growing importance of sustainability and circular economy concepts in Brazil's business discourse.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
circular processrecurring processrepetitive processperiodic cycleloop
Antonyms / Antônimos
linear processone-way processprogressive process

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
processo cíclico
Standard usage in business, science, and technical contexts
São Paulo
processo cíclico
Common in business and economic discussions
Rio de Janeiro
processo cíclico
Used in scientific and academic contexts
Portugal
processo cíclico
Identical usage; also 'processo periódico' sometimes used

Related Words

cyclecyclicalperiodicityrecurrenceiterationfeedback loop

Related Idioms & Phrases

the cycle repeats itself
going in circles
round and round we go
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