Schedule

Definition

The term "schedule" refers to a plan or timetable that lists events, tasks, or activities along with their times or dates.

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈskɛdʒ.uːl/
• Respelling: SKED-jool

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈʃɛd.juːl/
• Respelling: SHED-yool

Etymology

The word "schedule" originates from the Latin "schedula," meaning "small slip of paper" or "list," derived from the Greek "skhedē," meaning "papyrus leaf." It entered Middle English through Old French in the 14th century.

Derivatives

• Scheduler (noun)
• Scheduled (adjective)
• Reschedule (verb)
• Scheduling (noun/verb)
• Unscheduled (adjective)

Synonyms

• Timetable
• Plan
• Agenda

Antonyms

• None

Usage

The term "schedule" is widely used in professional, academic, and personal contexts to organize and manage time. For example, "The train schedule is updated every week," or "He scheduled a meeting for 10 a.m."

Related Terms

• Timetable: A detailed plan showing when activities or events occur.
• Agenda: A list of items to be discussed or addressed.
• Plan: A detailed proposal for achieving an objective.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• A list of planned activities, tasks, or events with their associated times or dates:
  • Example: "Her daily schedule includes classes, meetings, and study time."
• A timetable for public transport or other services:
  • Example: "The bus schedule was revised for the winter season."

Verb

• To arrange or plan for an event or task to happen at a specific time:
  • Example: "They scheduled the meeting for Friday afternoon."
• To include something in a timetable or list:
  • Example: "The conference was scheduled to last three days."