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Program vs. Programme

Program

/ˈprəʊɡram/

A set of instructions that a computer follows to perform a task

Examples:

I like this TV program.The program starts at 8 p.m. every Monday.

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This word has no antonyms

Programme

/ˈprəʊɡræm/

A sequence of instructions or plan detailing actions to be taken, often by a computer or an organized event.

Examples:

The TV programme starts at nine o'clock.I signed up for a dance programme in the city.

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Ways to tell them apart:

Program is the American English spelling, while programme is the British English spelling.
When writing in American English, use program for both computer-related and general contexts.
In British English, use programme for television, radio, and other academic contexts, but use program for computer-related contexts.
To remember the difference, think of the extra me in programme as extra formality used in British spelling.
You can recall that the shorter program suits the straightforward style often associated with American English.

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