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Word

structured

Phoneticsstruc·tured, stress on the first syllable

US/ˈstɹəktʃɝd/

UK/stɹˈʌktʃəd/

Definition

adj. organized or planned in a clear and logical way.

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

Examples

“The teacher gives a very structured lesson today.”

“The company provides a structured training program to help new employees learn their roles quickly and efficiently.”

“While some students prefer the freedom of open-ended projects, others perform significantly better within a highly structured environment where expectations and deadlines are clearly defined from the outset.”

Examples

simple

“The teacher gives a very structured lesson today.”

contextual

“The company provides a structured training program to help new employees learn their roles quickly and efficiently.”

complex

“While some students prefer the freedom of open-ended projects, others perform significantly better within a highly structured environment where expectations and deadlines are clearly defined from the outset.”

Collocations

Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “structured” in context.

Adjective

01. structured interview

“The HR department uses a structured interview to ensure all candidates are evaluated fairly.”

adj + noun

Real-World Examples

“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.

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Exam level
CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
Frequency
Frequent
Level
B2 · Upper Intermediate
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