Institutionalization
(noun)
- The process of establishing a system, practice, or organization as part of a society or culture.
- The process of putting a person or organization into a long-term stay in an institution, such as a hospital or prison.
- 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:
- The institutionalization of education led to widespread literacy.
- The institutionalization of the new law ensured its implementation.
- The institutionalization of the company helped it to grow and become more stable.
- The institutionalization of the new system was accompanied by widespread opposition.
- The institutionalization of the practice helped it to become widely accepted and followed.