1. occurring in cycles; happening in a repeated pattern or sequence
2. relating to or arranged in a circle or ring
Usage: technical

Examples

• The economy follows a cyclic pattern of growth and recession.
• Water undergoes a cyclic process of evaporation and condensation.
• The seasons represent a cyclic change in weather patterns.
• Business cycles are cyclic by nature, with periods of expansion and contraction.
• The cyclic structure of the molecule makes it particularly stable.
• Her mood swings followed a cyclic pattern throughout the month.