Word: Institution

Pronunciation

/ɪnstɪˈtjuːʃən/

Definitions

• Noun: (n) A social or organizational structure founded for a religious, educational, professional, or similar purpose. It can also refer to a practice, custom, or law that has become established and accepted within a society or community. Example: "The university is one of the country’s most respected institutions."
• Noun: (n) A place where people are cared for or receive treatment due to illness, disability, or other needs. Example: "She was admitted to a mental health institution for treatment."
• Noun: (n) A long-established practice, convention, or custom. Example: "Marriage is a social institution with deep historical roots."

Phrases

• “Institutional memory”: The collective knowledge and experience held by an organization or group, especially when referring to how it affects decision-making and operations.
• “Educational institution”: Schools, colleges, or universities where education is provided.
• “Financial institution”: Banks, credit unions, or investment firms that deal with financial transactions.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “After graduating from high school, he enrolled in a prestigious academic institution.”
• Noun: “The government vowed to reform outdated institutions that no longer served their intended purposes.”
• Noun: “His grandmother spent her final years in a well-respected care institution.”

Synonyms

• Establishment
• Organization
• Body
• Foundation
• System
• Order
• Custom
• Practice
• Convention
• Tradition