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Structured (adjective) means Arranged in an organized, planned way rather than left loose or random. Example: “The course follows a structured plan, so each week builds neatly on the one before.”
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Arranged in an organized, planned way rather than left loose or random.
"The course follows a structured plan, so each week builds neatly on the one before."
"The children thrive on a structured daily routine."
"It was a highly structured interview with a fixed list of questions."
How to use structured
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSet up with clear order, rules, or a plan — the opposite of loose or improvised.
Common pairings
structured approach
well-structured
structured programme
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more structured
- Superlative
- most structured
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The course follows a _____ plan, so each week builds neatly on the one before.
Etymology
From structure + the adjective-forming suffix -ed.
Synonyms
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unstructured
Related words
Rhymes for structured
uncured
figured
injured
assured
secured
insured
scoured
coloured
captured
favoured
tortured
measured
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Frequently asked questions
What does “structured” mean?
The word “structured” means arranged in an organized, planned way rather than left loose or random. In plain terms, set up with clear order, rules, or a plan — the opposite of loose or improvised.
How do you use “structured” in a sentence?
Here is “structured” used in a sentence: “The children thrive on a structured daily routine.”
What part of speech is “structured”?
“Structured” is an adjective.
Is “structured” a common word?
“Structured” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between structured and organized?
Structured emphasizes that something follows a deliberate framework or plan, with clear stages or rules, as in a structured lesson or structured data. Organized more broadly means arranged in an orderly way, which can include structure but also just tidiness or logical grouping without a rigid format.
What is a structured approach in a work or study context?
A structured approach means following a planned sequence of steps rather than working randomly or improvising, such as a structured revision timetable or a structured meeting agenda. It's commonly contrasted with an unstructured or freeform approach.
