Institute
/ˈɪnstɪˌtjuːt/
Definitions
- (n.) An organization or establishment devoted to a specific cause, especially education or research.
The institute dedicated itself to advancing medical research.
- (v.) To establish, organize, or set in motion (a system, policy, or procedure).
The company instituted a new policy to improve workplace safety.
Forms
- institutes
- instituted
- instituting
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Commentary
As a verb, 'institute' often implies formal or official establishment; careful to distinguish from 'institution' as a noun referring to the body created.
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