institution

Meaning

An organization founded and united for a specific purpose; an established law, practice, or custom.

an established organization, especially one dedicated to education, public service, or a particular purpose

Example Sentences

Institutions play a crucial role in governance.

The hospital is a respected institution in the community.

Example Expressions

an institution

Synonyms

organization, establishment, foundation, body, agency, entity, facility

Entry 1

organization, establishment, foundation, body, agency, entity

Entry 2

organization, establishment, foundation, facility, entity

Antonyms

individual, entity, person, dissolution, breakdown, destruction

Entry 1

individual, entity, person, dissolution, breakdown, destruction

Entry 2

individual, person

Collocations

financial institution, educational institution, public institution, government institution