instituted

Definitions

To set in motion or establish something, such as a program, system, or inquiry.

To appoint or induct someone into an office or position, especially a clerical one.

Examples

The company instituted a new policy to improve employee productivity.

The government instituted strict regulations to protect the endangered species.

Synonyms

established initiated founded started implemented introduced organized

Antonyms

abolished terminated abrogated ended stopped cancelled repealed