Synonyms of program

program 1 of 2

noun

ˈprō-ˌgram 

1

as in schedule

a listing of things to be presented or considered (as at a concert or play)

the program will tell us the scheduled order of musical numbers

Synonyms & Similar Words

• schedule
• agenda
• calendar
• organization
• timetable
• docket
• bill of fare
• card
• exercises
• plate
• sequence
• arrangement
• setup
• dance card
• ordering
• order

2

as in plan

a method worked out in advance for achieving some objective

we need to come up with a program to deal with kids skipping school

Synonyms & Similar Words

• plan
• strategy
• blueprint
• project
• scheme
• system
• design
• arrangement
• proposal
• master plan
• game
• game plan
• ground plan
• road map
• way
• procedure
• idea
• recipe
• technique
• device
• intent
• policy
• intention
• purpose
• plot
• protocol
• gambit
• maneuver
• means
• ruse
• conspiracy
• stratagem
• tactic
• subterfuge
• collusion
• aim
• formula
• map
• conception
• trick
• contrivance
• platform
• setup
• counterplan
• counterstrategy
• pattern
• diagram
• layout
• specific(s)
• projet
• specification(s)

3

as in procedure

a way of acting or proceeding

recommends a program of regular dental checkups

Synonyms & Similar Words

• procedure
• policy
• strategy
• method
• course
• methodology
• approach
• plan
• scheme
• line
• design
• intent
• intention
• purpose
• blueprint
• direction
• path
• pathway
• tack

program

2 of 2

verb

variants also programme

as in to scheme

Related Words

• scheme
• plan
• design
• concert
• blueprint
• shape
• chart
• maneuver
• work out
• draft
• lay out
• contract
• promise
• calculate
• frame
• pledge
• hammer out
• determine
• choose
• map (out)
• schematize
• square away
• figure
• opt
• resolve
• intrigue
• conclude
• agree (on)
• sanction
• set
• approve
• arrange
• decide
• complete
• confirm
• authorize
• deal
• affirm
• end
• finish
• OK
• warrant
• fix
• wind up
• close
• round (off or out)
• finalize
• wrap up
• bargain
• settle
• negotiate
• clear
• horse-trade
• haggle
• chaffer
• dicker

Dissimilar Words

• call
• recall
• repeal
• revoke
• drop
• rescind
• differ (over)
• disagree (with)
• object
• abort
• call off
• debate
• oppose
• protest
• resist
• counter
• contest
• dispute

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of program

Noun

BioNxt Solutions is developing a sublingual semaglutide thin-film platform and reported moving its program into active pharmaceutical development in 2026. — Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 8 Oct. 2026

Retraining refugees Marriott’s talent infrastructure and training programs have also proven beneficial during crises. — Ted Kitterman, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2026

Verb

Because they’re linked together, Bartle is able to program his MIDI signal to control the gas valve and the ignition, which means each note is paired with its own spout of flame. — Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 6 Aug. 2026

In addition to being easy to program, mRNA drugs have several other unique properties. — Li Li, The Conversation, 6 Aug. 2026