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instating

 

[ ɪnˈsteɪtɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

setting up

To instate means to set in place or establish someone in a position or office. This term is often used in formal contexts where an authority figure is being appointed or installed in a role.

Synonyms

appoint, establish, install

Examples of usage

  • The committee was responsible for instating the new president.
  • After the election, the mayor will be instated in a public ceremony.
  • They are instating new policies to improve workplace safety.

Translations

Translations of the word "instating" in other languages:

🇵🇹 instaurar

🇮🇳 स्थापना करना

🇩🇪 einsetzen

🇮🇩 menetapkan

🇺🇦 встановлення

🇵🇱 ustanowienie

🇯🇵 制定する

🇫🇷 instaurer

🇪🇸 establecer

🇹🇷 kurmak

🇰🇷 설립하다

🇸🇦 تأسيس

🇨🇿 ustanovení

🇸🇰 ustanovenie

🇨🇳 建立

🇸🇮 ustanovitev

🇮🇸 stofna

🇰🇿 құру

🇬🇪 დაარსება

🇦🇿 qurmaq

🇲🇽 establecer

Etymology

The word 'instate' comes from the Latin 'instaurare', meaning 'to establish or renew'. It made its way into the English language through Middle French 'instate', maintaining similar meanings related to establishment and placement. Historically, the term has been used in legal and governmental contexts, often associated with formal appointments or the setting up of systems. The prefix 'in-' suggests the idea of 'in' or 'into', while 'state' connects to the concept of positioning or status. The usage of 'instate' has persisted over time, primarily to reference the act of placing someone in a recognized position of authority or respect.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,158, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.