Q: What is the term for the intended meaning or effect of statements in a programming language?
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Q: What word in a programming language describes the intended impact or meaning of a statement?
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- Semantics
Explanation: The intended meaning or impact of statements written in a programming language is referred to as their “semantics.” The study of semantics focuses on the interpretation of the meaning of programming structures. This includes defining what the various statements and expressions in a program are intended to do in terms of their capabilities. It takes into account the operation of the program as a whole in addition to the connections that exist between the various components of the code. It is impossible to write proper and meaningful programs without first gaining an understanding of the semantics of the programming language being used.
