Synonyms of programs

programs 1 of 2

noun

plural of program

1

as in schedules

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

• schedules
• agendas
• calendars
• organizations
• timetables
• dockets
• bills of fare
• cards
• exercises
• plates
• sequences
• arrangements
• setups
• dance cards
• orders
• orderings

2

as in plans

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

• plans
• strategies
• blueprints
• projects
• schemes
• systems
• designs
• arrangements
• proposals
• games
• procedures
• ways
• master plans
• recipes
• ideas
• devices
• techniques
• game plans
• ground plans
• road maps
• policies
• purposes
• plots
• tactics
• intentions
• protocols
• maneuvers
• specifications
• intents
• conspiracies
• means
• maps
• contrivances
• aims
• formulas
• subterfuges
• stratagems
• platforms
• tricks
• gambits
• conceptions
• collusions
• patterns
• ruses
• counterstrategies
• specifics
• counterplans
• setups
• diagrams
• layouts
• projets

3

as in procedures

a way of acting or proceeding

recommends a program of regular dental checkups

Synonyms & Similar Words

• procedures
• policies
• strategies
• methods
• methodologies
• courses
• approaches
• plans
• schemes
• lines
• purposes
• intentions
• designs
• intents
• blueprints
• directions
• pathways
• paths
• tacks

programs

2 of 2

verb

variants also programmes

present tense third-person singular of program

as in schemes

Related Words

• schemes
• plans
• designs
• maps (out)
• concerts
• charts
• maneuvers
• shapes
• promises
• contracts
• works out
• frames
• drafts
• lays out
• intrigues
• blueprints
• pledges
• schematizes
• hammers out
• calculates
• squares away
• figures
• chooses
• determines
• agrees (on)
• sanctions
• concludes
• opts
• resolves
• arranges
• approves
• deals
• sets
• authorizes
• decides
• confirms
• affirms
• fixes
• finishes
• ends
• rounds (off or out)
• warrants
• winds up
• completes
• bargains
• closes
• wraps up
• horse-trades
• finalizes
• OKs
• settles
• negotiates
• chaffers
• dickers
• haggles
• clears

Dissimilar Words

• calls
• recalls
• drops
• differs (over)
• repeals
• debates
• revokes
• disagrees (with)
• objects
• counters
• protests
• aborts
• opposes
• calls off
• rescinds
• resists
• contests
• disputes

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of programs

Noun

Its proposal to end the crisis includes the closure of Dewey and Lincolnwood Elementary and the termination of more than 200 staff jobs, along with non-mandated programs. — Claire Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 2026

But given the university’s unique basketball brand, with 12 national championships for the women and six for the men, there could be more benefits in synergy between the programs, especially in creating buzz and business for downtown Hartford. — Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 2 Nov. 2026

Both of these programs currently have plenty of economy award flights in April and May 2027. — Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 2 Nov. 2026

While one of the youngest fashion schools in Paris, the Institut Français de la Mode offers one of the most varied range of programs across management, design and savoir-faire, plus continuing education. — Miles Socha, Footwear News, 2 Nov. 2026

Trump has complained publicly about Fox News giving attention to Democratic candidates, even though the network always has welcomed the party’s members to appear on its programs. — Los Angeles Times, 2 Nov. 2026

Regional Exchange Is Starting With the Next Generation SIFF is also using its youth programs to build connections across the region. — Essie Assibu, Variety, 2 Nov. 2026

The country star will continue to give back to communities at Sand in My Boots through his Morgan Wallen Foundation, to support programs for youth in sports and music. — Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 2 Nov. 2026

Debt, the deficit and high interest rates limit the government’s ability to increase spending and foreshadow disputes over how to fund campaign promises without jeopardizing social programs. — Alessandra Freitas, CNN Money, 26 Oct. 2026