adjective
- occurring in cycles; happening in a repeated pattern over time
- relating to or characterized by economic cycles of expansion and contraction
Usage: economics
Examples
- The fashion industry follows cyclical trends that repeat every few decades.
- Many businesses experience cyclical patterns of busy and slow seasons.
- The economy goes through cyclical periods of growth and recession.
- Cyclical unemployment rises and falls with economic conditions.
- Weather patterns show cyclical changes throughout the year.
- The company’s profits follow a cyclical pattern based on consumer demand.