programmed
Pronunciation: [ˈprəʊɡræmd]
Word
Context: “technology”
(verb) to write a set of instructions for a computer so it knows what to do. When someone programs a computer, they tell it how to perform tasks and solve problems.
Example
She programmed the computer to play her favorite song.
Example
He didn't program the robot correctly, so it couldn't complete the task.
Example
Did you program your computer to update automatically?
Context: “behavior”
(verb) to set or influence someone’s thoughts or behaviors so that they act in a certain way. This can happen in many ways, like through education or experiences.
Example
The coach programmed the athletes to believe in themselves.
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They didn't program their minds with negative thoughts.
Example
How can you program yourself to think more positively?
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