institution-centric
|in-sti-tu-tion-cen-tric|
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/ˌɪn.stɪˈtuː.ʃən ˈsɛn.trɪk/
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/ˌɪn.stɪˈtjuː.ʃən ˈsɛn.trɪk/
focused on institutions
Etymology
'institution-centric' originates from the combination of 'institution' and the suffix '-centric', where 'institution' refers to an established organization or foundation, and '-centric' means centered around or focused on.
The term 'institution-centric' evolved from the need to describe policies or approaches that prioritize institutional frameworks over individual needs.
Initially, it meant 'centered around institutions', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
focused on or oriented around institutions, often prioritizing their needs or perspectives over others.
The policy was criticized for being too institution-centric, neglecting the needs of the individuals it was meant to serve.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42