programmed
Given specific instructions
Programmed describes something set to operate according to predetermined instructions.
A programmed thermostat adjusts temperature automatically.
A programmed response is automatic rather than spontaneous—conditioned or trained: We're programmed to fear rejection.
In computing, programmed means having had software written for it: a programmed chip.
Also spelled programed.
Finite problem-solving procedure
- syntaxRules for arranging words
- variableProne to fluctuation
- functionPurpose or duty
- loopCurve closing on itself
compile · debug · executable · scripting · subroutine · binary · bytecode · dataflow
Psychology studying observable conduct
- PavlovConditioning reflex discoverer
- stimulusWhat prompts a reaction
- responseAnswer to stimulus
- reinforcementAdding support or encouragement
conditioning · habituation · classical · operant · Skinner · associative · training · desensitization
Programmable automated machine
- machineryCollective mechanical equipment
- sensorInput-detecting device
- actuatorDevice producing controlled motion
- autopilotAutomated vehicle guidance system
thermostat · PLC · servomechanism · industrial · factory · precision · systematic · firmware
Arranged list of events
- calendarDate-tracking system
- itineraryPlanned sequence of destinations
- agendaFormal discussion list
- lineupOrdered list of participants
curriculum · syllabus · broadcast · playlist · sequence · preset · timer · DVR
Decided in advance
- preordainedDecided in advance
- fatedDetermined by destiny
- inevitableCertain to occur
- fixedRestored or immovable
preset · hardwired · built-in · default · preloaded · preinstalled · preconfigured · factory-set
algorithm
Finite problem-solving procedure
loop · compile · debug · executable · scripting · subroutine · binary · bytecode · dataflow · recursion
behaviorism
Psychology studying observable conduct
reinforcement · conditioning · habituation · classical · operant · Skinner · associative · training · desensitization · learned
robot
Programmable automated machine
- machineryCollective mechanical equipment
- sensorInput-detecting device
- actuatorDevice producing controlled motion
autopilot · thermostat · PLC · servomechanism · industrial · factory · precision · systematic · firmware · microcontroller
timetable
Arranged list of events
lineup · curriculum · syllabus · broadcast · playlist · sequence · preset · timer · DVR · recording
predestined
Decided in advance
- preordainedDecided in advance
- fatedDetermined by destiny
- inevitableCertain to occur
fixed · preset · hardwired · built-in · default · preloaded · preinstalled · preconfigured · factory-set · embedded
- artificialartificial, synthetic, man-made, manufactured, fabricated
- robotic traitsmechanical, automated, monotone, machinelike, robotic
- technical adjectivesadjustable, modular, portable, durable, automated
- conditionedtrained, habituated, adapted, shaped, molded
- mechanical musicmusic box, barrel organ, player piano, calliope, street organ
- QuakersFriends, Quakerism, Quaker meetings, William Penn, inner light
programmedmanual
Written instructions for use
hand-operated · handmade · hands-on · hand-cranked · by hand
programmedspontaneous
Arising without external cause
improvised · unplanned · unprogrammed · unscripted · extemporaneous
programmedinstinctive
Arising without conscious thought
natural · innate · unconditioned · autonomous · self-directed
- programmable thermostatTimed climate control device
- computer programmingWriting software instructions
- programming languageFormal notation for computer instructions
- children's programmingMedia aimed at young viewers
- television programmingScheduled content for viewers
- paid programmingPurchased broadcast time
programme, programmes, programming, programmable, preprogrammed, reprogramming, unprogrammed, deprogramming