Synonyms of institutions

institutions

noun

plural of institution

1

as in institutes

a public organization with a particular purpose or function

a charitable institution devoted to raising funds to feed the hungry

Synonyms & Similar Words

• institutes
• groups
• foundations
• charities
• corporations
• establishments
• enterprises
• collectives
• philanthropies
• bodies
• think tanks

2

as in fixtures

a person who has long been associated with a place or activity

an actor who has been a Broadway institution for decades

Synonyms & Similar Words

• fixtures
• icons
• symbols
• deans
• first ladies
• grand old men
• elder statesmen

3

as in organizations

a group of persons formally joined together for some common interest

an institution devoted to studying social problems and proposing solutions for them

Synonyms & Similar Words

• organizations
• societies
• institutes
• associations
• fraternities
• brotherhoods
• chambers
• colleges
• councils
• groups
• communities
• boards
• guilds
• collectives
• communes
• fellowships
• leagues
• clubs
• teams
• cadres
• consortia
• chapters
• congresses
• partnerships
• coalitions
• sodalities
• alliances
• cooperatives
• orders
• circles
• bodies
• camps
• squads
• parties
• clans
• cliques
• blocs
• branches
• crews
• coteries
• locals
• outfits
• sororities
• memberships
• confederacies
• bands
• cartels
• juntas
• syndicates
• sets
• gangs
• folds
• cabals
• conspiracies
• sisterhoods
• klatches
• lots
• faithfuls
• combines
• rings
• juntos
• camarillas
• camorras

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of institutions

Research expenditure at higher education institutions rose 11%, to approximately $48 billion. — Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 17 Oct. 2026

Coming in 2030 will be a proud fusion of iconic Kansas City brands and institutions, enabled by a partnership with Hallmark that starts with razing its headquarters to accommodate the stadium district footprint. — Kansas City Star, 17 Oct. 2026

Unlike most other recurring art exhibitions, Rubaiaya Qatar will be made up of three separate shows at three different institutions and will also include a public art component. — Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 16 Oct. 2026

The program provides grants to states, academic institutions and non-profit organizations to gather data on the disease, complications and treatment. — ABC News, 16 Oct. 2026

However, larger institutions bucking the trend are finding real capability, particularly in tech roles. — Paul Davis, Forbes.com, 16 Oct. 2026

The organizers of Art Week NYC today announced the thirty-two cultural institutions and nonprofit organizations participating in the event’s inaugural edition, to take place November 11–14 across the city. — News Desk, Artforum, 16 Oct. 2026

Participating cultural institutions and nonprofits include buzzy landmarks like the Guggenheim, the Met, and the Whitney, as well as more intimate spots such as White Columns, Fountain House Gallery, and Vilcek Foundation. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 16 Oct. 2026

Audiovisual from Spain, ICEX Spain Trade & Investment’s umbrella brand, will bring some 50 companies and institutions to Mipcom this year, showcasing the breadth of the country’s film, TV, animation and production industries. — Emiliano De Pablos, Variety, 12 Oct. 2026