Scheduled
/ˈskedʒuːld/
Definitions
2 meaningsTo arrange for something to take place at a particular time.
/ˈskedʒuːld/
To plan for something to happen at a specific time.
The event is scheduled for next Tuesday.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're planning a birthday party. 'Scheduled' means you've decided when the party will happen, like 'We scheduled the party for Saturday at 2 PM!'
👶 For kids: To decide when something will happen. Like, "We scheduled our playtime for after dinner."
More Examples
I've scheduled a doctor's appointment for next week.
The train is scheduled to arrive at platform 3.
How It's Used
"The meeting was scheduled for 2 PM."
"The flight is scheduled to depart at 10 AM."
"Classes are scheduled throughout the week."
Planned or arranged in advance.
/ˈskedʒuːld/
Planned or arranged to happen at a certain time.
The scheduled meeting will start at 10 am.
💡 Simply: If something is 'scheduled,' it means it's already been planned to happen at a certain time. Like, 'The scheduled movie time is 7 PM.'
👶 For kids: Decided to happen at a certain time. Like, "The scheduled story time is at 10 o'clock."
More Examples
The scheduled train was late.
The conference had a full schedule of events.
How It's Used
"The scheduled flight was delayed."
"The scheduled concert had to be postponed."
Synonyms
Arrange
Organize
Plan
Program
Appointed
Arranged
Planned
From Middle English *scheduyl*, *schedul*, from Medieval Latin *schedula* (“slip of paper, schedule”), a diminutive of Latin *scheda* (“strip of papyrus, leaf”).
The term 'scheduled' began to appear in English in the late 16th century, reflecting the growing need for organization and time management in various aspects of life. Its use expanded greatly with the rise of railroads and the organization of industrial production.
Memory tip
Think of a calendar – you use it to SCHEDULE your appointments!