institute (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈɪnstɪtjuːt/

Definition

An organization established for the promotion of a specific object, such as education, scientific research, or charity.

Examples

• The research institute published a groundbreaking study on climate change.

• She works at a medical institute dedicated to finding a cure for cancer.

• The institute offers various courses in art and design.

How to Use institute

institute for (prepositional phrase)

Used to specify the purpose or area of focus of an institute. — "The institute for advanced study attracts brilliant minds from around the world."

institute reforms (collocation)

To introduce or establish new policies or changes. — "The new administration promised to institute reforms aimed at reducing poverty."

institute a policy (collocation)

To officially start using a new rule or way of doing things. — "The company decided to institute a policy of remote work for its employees."

Synonyms of institute

Words with a similar meaning to institute:

• organization
• establishment
• foundation
• academy

Antonyms of institute

Words with the opposite meaning to institute:

• disband
• dissolve

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