Definitions
- Referring to the establishment of a new law, policy, or system. - Talking about the creation of an organization or institution. - Describing the implementation of a plan or program.
- Referring to the beginning of a process or action. - Talking about the start of a project or task. - Describing the introduction of someone to a group or activity.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to starting something new.
- 2Both words involve taking action to begin a process or activity.
- 3Both words can be used in formal or informal contexts.
What is the difference?
- 1Scope: Instituted is often used to describe the establishment of a larger system or policy, while initiated can refer to a smaller project or task.
- 2Timing: Instituted implies that the action has already been completed, while initiated can refer to an ongoing or incomplete action.
- 3Formality: Instituted is more formal than initiated and is often used in legal or official contexts.
- 4Connotation: Instituted can imply a sense of authority or power, while initiated can suggest a more collaborative or team-based approach.
- 5Usage: Instituted is less common than initiated in everyday language.
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Remember this!
Instituted and initiated are synonyms that both refer to starting something new. However, instituted is typically used to describe the establishment of a larger system or policy, while initiated can refer to a smaller project or task. Additionally, instituted is more formal and less commonly used than initiated in everyday language.
