B2noun 2K

Institution

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˌɪnstɪˈtjuːʃn/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˌɪnstɪˈtuːʃn/"]/

Meaning of Institution

a large important organization that has a particular purpose, for example a university or bank

In simple words: A place or organization that helps society, like a school or hospital.

Institution in a sentence

• The institution of marriage has evolved over the years.
• She works for an educational institution that focuses on innovative teaching methods.
• Many people believe that the institution of government needs reform.
• He was raised in the institution, where he learned many life skills.
• This financial institution offers a variety of services for its clients.
• She is passionate about changing the way institutions handle mental health.
• An institution can also refer to a well-established practice within society.

How to use Institution

Used to describe organizations like schools, hospitals, or government bodies. Generally formal; avoid when describing casual groups or informal gatherings.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'institute' — an institution is a serious place of learning.

Related words

Collocations with Institution

• central
• large
• major
• build
• create
• found
• at a/​the institution
• in institution
• within institution
• mental
• correctional
• penal
• build
• be admitted to
• be placed in
• at institution
• in institution
• institution for
• national
• cultural
• economic
• threaten
• undermine
• weaken

Synonyms for Institution

• organization
• establishment
• foundation
• academy
• entity

Opposites of Institution

• informality
• chaos

Common mistakes with Institution

• Confusing with 'organization' — 'institution' is often more formal.
• Using it for casual gatherings or groups instead of established places.
• Forgetting it can refer to rules or customs, not just buildings.

Frequently asked questions about Institution

What does Institution mean?

A place or organization that helps society, like a school or hospital.

What is the definition of Institution?

a large important organization that has a particular purpose, for example a university or bank

How do you use Institution in a sentence?

The institution of marriage has evolved over the years.

Can you give another example of Institution?

She works for an educational institution that focuses on innovative teaching methods.

What are synonyms for Institution?

Common alternatives include organization, establishment, foundation, academy, entity.

What is the opposite of Institution?

Opposite meanings include informality, chaos.

What words go with Institution?

It commonly pairs with central, large, major, build, create, found, at a/​the institution, in institution, within institution, mental, correctional, penal, build, be admitted to, be placed in, at institution, in institution, institution for, national, cultural, economic, threaten, undermine, weaken.

What are common mistakes when using Institution?

Confusing with 'organization' — 'institution' is often more formal. Using it for casual gatherings or groups instead of established places. Forgetting it can refer to rules or customs, not just buildings.

How do you pronounce Institution?

US: /["/ˌɪnstɪˈtuːʃn/"]/, UK: /["/ˌɪnstɪˈtjuːʃn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Institution?

Used to describe organizations like schools, hospitals, or government bodies. Generally formal; avoid when describing casual groups or informal gatherings.

What CEFR level is Institution?

"Institution" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.