What does institutionalization mean?
Institutionalization means The process of establishing a practice as a norm..
Institutionalization
/ˌɪnstɪˌtjuːʃnəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/ · noun
Meaning
The process of establishing a practice as a norm..
Definitions by Sense
- The process of establishing a practice as a norm.
- The process of committing a person to a facility where their freedom to leave will be restrained, usually a mental hospital.
- The presence of social deficits or disabilities as a result of a long period spent in a prison, mental hospitals, etc.
Example Sentences
The government began the institutionalization of background checks for internet users.
The institutionalization of Syd Barrett was a major event in the history of the rock group Pink Floyd.
Synonyms for institutionalization
Antonyms for institutionalization
Related Words
Word Forms
- institutionalizations
- institutionalisation
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for institutionalization?
Common synonyms include institutional syndrome.
What is the opposite of institutionalization?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use institutionalization in a sentence?
The government began the institutionalization of background checks for internet users.
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