structured
UK: ˈstrʌk.tʃəd | US: ˈstrʌk.tʃɚd
adj. having a clear and organized arrangement
vt. arranged or organized in a systematic way (past tense of "structure")
The word "structured" derives from the Latin "structura," meaning "a building or arrangement," combined with the suffix "-ed," which forms past participles or adjectives. The root "struct" (from Latin "struere," meaning "to build") reflects the idea of assembling parts into an organized whole. Over time, "structure" evolved to describe not just physical constructions but also abstract systems, and "structured" came to denote anything methodically arranged.
The course is highly structured to ensure progressive learning.
She structured her essay with clear headings and subheadings.
A well-structured team can achieve goals more efficiently.
The data was structured into tables for easier analysis.
His day is tightly structured around work and exercise.