implemented

American

[im-pluh-men-tid] / ˈɪm pləˌmɛn tɪd /

adjective

carried out; put into effect, usually by means of a definite plan or procedure.

The collaboration between the two leaders created a synergy in translating the company's policy from paper into an implemented practice.
Computers. (of an element in a program) realized, instantiated, or brought into action, often under certain conditions as specified by the software involved.

You'll need a workaround because satellite dish control is not an implemented feature in this streaming software.

verb

the simple past tense and past participle of implement.

Other Word Forms

unimplemented adjective

Etymology

Origin of implemented

implement ( def. ) + -ed ² ( def. )

Example Sentences

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We learned a lot from German Wikipedia and Stack Overflow about how A.I. restrictions can be implemented and what constitutes a reasonable exception.

From Slate • Apr. 1, 2026

The law, which will be implemented this summer, caps — for the first time in decades— the amount that parents can borrow to pay for their kids’ college and the amount graduate students can borrow.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026

"That means more than simply demonstrating some children do still have accounts. Rather, the evidence must show the platform has not implemented appropriate systems and processes."

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

“The policy was implemented very quickly and in a flawed manner.”

From Barron's • Mar. 28, 2026

Geography—the one that was implemented by the school board this year in an effort to “enlighten students as to the rich history available in their own home state and inspire Hoosier pride.”

From "All The Bright Places" by Jennifer Niven

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