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institutional

|in/sti/tu/tion/al|

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/ˌɪn.stɪˈtuː.ʃən.əl/

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/ˌɪn.stɪˈtjuː.ʃən.əl/

(institution)

established organization

Base FormPluralAdverb
institutioninstitutionsinstitutionally
Etymology
Etymology Information

'institutional' originates from the Latin word 'institutio,' where 'instituere' meant 'to establish or set up.'

Historical Evolution

'institutio' transformed into the French word 'institution,' and eventually became the modern English word 'institutional' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to establish or set up,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'relating to an institution or institutions.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

relating to an institution or institutions.

The institutional framework of the organization is well-structured.

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Adjective 2

established as a norm or standard within an institution.

Institutional racism is a significant issue in many societies.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41