INSTITUTION
(noun)Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Institution.
How to pronounce institution:
US
Institution - as a noun
An organization founded and united for a specific purpose
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
establishment20Hypernyms (Closely Related)
organisation13organization22Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
An establishment consisting of a building or complex of buildings where an organization for the promotion of some cause is situated
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
establishment20Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A custom that for a long time has been an important feature of some group or society
Example: "The institution of marriage"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
custom10tradition10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The act of starting something for the first time; introducing something new
Example: "She looked forward to her initiation as an adult"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
creation10foundation14founding13initiation10innovation13instauration12introduction15origination12Hypernyms (Closely Related)
beginning13commencement22start5Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A hospital for mentally incompetent or unbalanced person
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
asylum11insane asylummental homemental hospitalmental institutionpsychiatric hospitalHypernyms (Closely Related)
hospital13infirmary17Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The university is a prestigious institution known for its academic excellence."
"The museum is an important cultural institution in our city."
"The government is working on implementing new policies to reform the financial institutions."
"Many people rely on social institutions like schools and hospitals for their basic needs."
"The family is considered a fundamental institution of society."
Word Game Points
Is INSTITUTION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, institution is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
INSTITUTION has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is INSTITUTION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, institution is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordINSTITUTION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is INSTITUTION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, institution is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordINSTITUTION has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
