Programmed Meaning in English
word · lemma: program
释义
Set to follow instructions given in advance, especially by computer code. Can also mean something that has been planned or scheduled to happen.
用法与细微差别
Often used with machines, robots, or computers (e.g., 'programmed robot'). Also common for scheduled events ('a programmed meeting'). Less often used for people metaphorically ('programmed to react a certain way'). Formal or technical register.
例句
Our meeting is programmed for next week.
basic
The robot was programmed to clean the floor.
basic
The lights are programmed to turn on at 7 p.m.
basic
He feels like he's been programmed to wake up early, even on weekends.
natural
The traffic lights are programmed to change every two minutes.
natural
I’m not programmed to answer that kind of question.
natural