English Reference
Word adjective

structured

adj.
US /ˈstɹəktʃɝd/ UK /stɹˈʌktʃəd/ struc·tured
Definition
  1. 01 B2 Upper Intermediate

    organized or planned in a clear and logical way.

    characterized by a clear, systematic arrangement or a defined framework.

    Simple

    “The teacher provided a structured lesson plan so the students knew exactly what to do.”

    In context

    “The internship offers a highly structured environment where participants rotate through various departments to gain a comprehensive overview of the industry.”

    Synonyms
    organizedsystematicordered
    Antonyms
    unstructuredchaoticrandom

Usage structured interview

Real-world usage

“Or it could involve more structured activities, including climbing to the top of the equipment at the park or riding a skateboard down a steep hill.”

Phys.org· 17 Aug 2026

“In our analysis, we found that AI offers highly structured and practical advice.”

Phys.org· 17 Aug 2026
Etymology

From structure + -ed.

Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.

This entry
Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Frequent
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