Institutionalized Means

Definition

Institutionalized means refer to the approved methods in society for achieving desired goals, such as wealth, power, or status. These means are socially accepted and structured by the institutions of society, like education and legal systems.

Related terms

Social Norms:

Unwritten rules that govern behavior and expectations within a society.

Social Institutions:

Complexes of norms, values, and roles that structure human activities such as family, religion, education, and economy.

Cultural Goals: The objectives that a society's members believe are worth striving for, often influenced by societal values and norms