Institutionalization (noun)

  1. The process of establishing a system, practice, or organization as part of a society or culture.
  2. The process of putting a person or organization into a long-term stay in an institution, such as a hospital or prison.
  3. The process of making a new institution or practice a permanent part of society or culture.

Origin:

Early 19th century: from institution + -al + -ation.

Examples:

  1. The institutionalization of education led to widespread literacy.
  2. The institutionalization of the new law ensured its implementation.
  3. The institutionalization of the company helped it to grow and become more stable.
  4. The institutionalization of the new system was accompanied by widespread opposition.
  5. The institutionalization of the practice helped it to become widely accepted and followed.
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