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Definition of programmatically

programmatically

/ˌproʊ.ɡrəˈmæt̬.ɪ.kli/
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Adjective:programmatic
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programmatically Lexical Profile

• adverb

1

By means of a computer program, script, or automated algorithm rather than through manual human intervention.

Example

"The system administrator configured the database to back up all user records programmatically every midnight."

2

In a structured, systematic manner that follows a predetermined plan, schedule, or policy.

Example

"The charity worked programmatically to address food insecurity across several rural districts."

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• Rhymes for programmatically

• Nearby Words

program
programmable
programmatic
programmatically
programmer
programming
progress

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from the adjective programmatic plus the adverbial suffix -ally, ultimately deriving from Ancient Greek programma ('a public written notice'), from prographein ('to write publicly').

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Programmatically. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/programmatically
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