establishment
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
a place of business, a shop, or an organization.
a place of business, residence, or public institution; often used to refer to a commercial or educational entity.
Simple“The new coffee establishment on the corner is already very popular.”
In context“The city council granted a license to the new educational establishment, provided they met the strict safety requirements for the historic building.”
Synonyms - 02 C1 Advanced
the powerful people in a society who control things and do not like change.
the social, economic, and political elite that holds power and influence in a country, typically viewed as resistant to change.
Simple“The young protesters were angry at the establishment for ignoring their concerns.”
In context“The candidate ran a campaign based on challenging the political establishment, promising to disrupt the traditional power structures of the capital.”
UsageUsually used with 'the' as 'the Establishment'.
SynonymsAntonymscounterculturerebels - 03 B2 Upper Intermediate
the act of starting or creating something like a law, a company, or a system.
the act or process of founding, instituting, or creating something intended to be permanent.
Simple“The establishment of the new park took several years of planning.”
In context“The establishment of diplomatic relations between the two nations was seen as a major breakthrough for regional stability.”
SynonymsAntonyms - 04 C2 Proficiency
the number of people who are supposed to work in a specific department.
the fixed number of personnel or staff required to operate an organization or department effectively.
Simple“The hospital is currently working with a staff below its full establishment.”
In context“The department was granted a temporary increase in its establishment to handle the surge in administrative work following the merger.”
Synonymsheadcountstaffing
“Farage framed the by-election as a "people versus the establishment" showdown, saying the "people of Clacton should be the judges of my actions".”
“On his own land in Area B, Mayor Khourieh has watched a settler take over his vineyard and its well over the past month, following the establishment of a settler outpost nearby.”