Programmeeritud

Programmeeritud is Estonian an adjective meaning “programmed” or “coded.” It describes something that has been created, configured, or prepared by programming to perform a predefined set of tasks. In everyday use it is commonly applied to software, hardware, and automated processes, as well as to content produced by algorithms.

Etymology and form: The word is formed from the verb programmeerima (to program) with the past participle suffix -itud, yielding programmeeritud. This pattern is typical for Estonian adjectives that indicate the result of an action.

Usage and nuance: In technology and media, programmeeritud indicates intentional design and execution according to a written specification rather than spontaneous behavior. It can describe a device that follows a script, software that executes routines, or data generated by a program. In broader or metaphorical use it can refer to plans or events that are tightly controlled or predetermined.

Examples: Seade on programmeeritud järgima kindlat protokolli. Tarkvara töötab programmeeritud järjekorras ja täidab etteantud ülesandeid. Programmeeritud lahendused on sageli loodud selleks, et tagada järjepidevus ja automaatsus.

See also: programmeerimine, programm, programmija, tarkvara.