Synonyms for

Instituted

Verb / ˈɪnstʌˌtu:tɪd / Another word for instituted — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To establish or set up something, such as a rule, law, or system.

Synonyms & similar words

constitute found bring establish institute plant established implemented initiated started began commenced inaugurated introduced launched organized created founded formed instated ordained appointed enacted imposed

Synonyms by register

Formal

established initiated launched commenced originated

Informal

started begun set up got going

Literary

founded erected commenced

Antonyms

abolished canceled discontinued ended halted stopped terminated

Common collocations

  • instituted proceedings
  • instituted reforms
  • instituted a policy
  • instituted a system
  • instituted a ban
  • instituted legal action
  • instituted a review

Word family

noun institution
verb institute
adjective institutional

Usage note

Often used in formal contexts to describe the beginning or establishment of something, such as a system, policy, or legal action. Be mindful of its formal register.

Example sentences

  1. The company instituted a new policy to improve productivity.
  2. The president instituted a new law to protect the environment.
  3. The school instituted a new curriculum to teach coding.
  4. The hospital instituted new safety measures to prevent infections.
  5. The restaurant instituted a new menu to attract more customers.

Quotes

  • Education is the key to success in life, and teachers make a lasting impact in the lives of their students. -Solomon Ortiz
  • Arbitrary power is like most other things which are very hard, very liable to be broken. -Abigail Adams
  • I'm a great believer in luck, and I find the harder I work, the more I have of it. -Thomas Jefferson

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