institutionalized
|in-sti-tu-tion-al-ized|
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/ˌɪn.stɪˈtuː.ʃən.ə.laɪzd/
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/ˌɪn.stɪˈtjuː.ʃən.ə.laɪzd/
(institutionalize)
standardized within an institution
Etymology
'institutionalized' originates from the word 'institutionalize,' which is derived from 'institution,' meaning 'an established organization or foundation.'
'institution' evolved from the Latin word 'institutio,' which meant 'arrangement' or 'instruction,' and eventually became the modern English word 'institution.'
Initially, it meant 'to establish as a norm,' but over time it evolved to also mean 'adapted to life in an institution.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having become a norm or standard within an institution or society.
The practice has become institutionalized over the years.
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Adjective 2
adapted to life in an institution to the point of being unable to function outside it.
After years in the care home, he became institutionalized.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45