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UK/["/ˌɪnstɪˈtjuːʃənl/"]/US/["/ˌɪnstɪˈtuːʃənl/"]/

Meaning of Institutional

connected with a large important organization, for example a university or bank

In simple words: Related to an organization or system, especially large ones like schools or governments.

Institutional in a sentence

  • institutional investors
  • institutional care
  • The hotel rooms are rather drab and institutional.
  • institutional racism

How to use Institutional

Used in formal contexts, such as discussions about education, healthcare, or policy. Avoid using in casual settings where simpler words suffice.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'institution' plus 'al' - it describes anything related to big organizations.

Related words

Collocations with Institutional

  • institutional framework
  • institutional policy
  • institutional support
  • institutional environment

Synonyms for Institutional

Opposites of Institutional

Common mistakes with Institutional

  • Confused with 'institution' as a noun, forgetting it’s an adjective.
  • Mispronunciation, particularly with the third syllable.
  • Using it in informal conversations where simpler terms would be better.

Compare Institutional with Organizational, Corporate, Structural, Formal

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Frequently asked questions about Institutional

What does Institutional mean?

Related to an organization or system, especially large ones like schools or governments.

What is the definition of Institutional?

connected with a large important organization, for example a university or bank

How do you use Institutional in a sentence?

institutional investors

Can you give another example of Institutional?

institutional care

What are synonyms for Institutional?

Common alternatives include organizational, systemic, corporate, structural, formal.

What is the opposite of Institutional?

Opposite meanings include individual, personal.

What words go with Institutional?

It commonly pairs with institutional framework, institutional policy, institutional support, institutional environment.

What are common mistakes when using Institutional?

Confused with 'institution' as a noun, forgetting it’s an adjective. Mispronunciation, particularly with the third syllable. Using it in informal conversations where simpler terms would be better.

How do you pronounce Institutional?

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

Is Institutional formal or informal?

"Institutional" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Institutional?

Used in formal contexts, such as discussions about education, healthcare, or policy. Avoid using in casual settings where simpler words suffice.

What CEFR level is Institutional?

"Institutional" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.