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

Concerned that the programs’ growing sophistication could induce emotional dependency and addiction, China last week banned minors from using AI companions and imposed additional requirements on platforms to prevent misuse. — Stephanie Yang, CNN Money, 23 July 2026

Lawsuit attacks diversity efforts The lawsuit comes amid a broader crackdown on diversity initiatives nationwide as conservatives argue similar programs treat white people unfairly. — Jack Harvel, Kansas City Star, 23 July 2026

But in the case of the Bulldogs and Crimson Tide, the programs’ SEC dominance has led to an intense series that’s put fans on the edge of their seats in anticipation of the next meeting this season. — Mike Griffith, AJC.com, 23 July 2026

Traditional turbine-engine programs can depend on specialized castings, forgings, tooling, and networks of qualified suppliers. — Carolyn Schwaar, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026

The 2026 Venice Days will also include talks, industry events and public programs at the Casa degli Autori and Sala Laguna. — Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 22 July 2026

Earlier this year, the city’s Active Transportation Commission submitted a 2025 annual report with eight proposals, including funding for safer street design, school travel programs and stricter traffic controls. — Sacbee.com, 22 July 2026

But that total included money for an artificial intelligence initiative and existing Google journalism programs, while the specific commitments to the new journalism fund were considerably smaller. — Ethan Baron, Mercury News, 15 July 2026

The property offers a variety of programs and activities for children and families, priding itself on being a multigenerational spot to return to again and again. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026