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UK/["/ˌʌnˌkɒnstɪˈtjuːʃənl/"]/US/["/ˌʌnˌkɑːnstɪˈtuːʃənl/"]/

Meaning of Unconstitutional

In simple words: Not allowed by the constitution of a country.

Unconstitutional in a sentence

  • The judges declared the decision unconstitutional.

How to use Unconstitutional

Use 'unconstitutional' in legal and formal contexts when referring to laws or actions that violate a constitution. Avoid in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'un' + 'constitution' — something that breaks the rules of the constitution.

Related words

Collocations with Unconstitutional

  • unconstitutional law
  • unconstitutional action
  • declare unconstitutional

Synonyms for Unconstitutional

Opposites of Unconstitutional

Common mistakes with Unconstitutional

  • Confused with 'illegitimate' when they are not exactly the same.
  • Using it in non-legal contexts.
  • Incorrectly conjugating as a verb.

Compare Unconstitutional with Illegal, Forbidden

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Frequently asked questions about Unconstitutional

What does Unconstitutional mean?

Not allowed by the constitution of a country.

What is the definition of Unconstitutional?

not allowed by the constitution of a country, a political system or an organization

How do you use Unconstitutional in a sentence?

The judges declared the decision unconstitutional.

What are synonyms for Unconstitutional?

Common alternatives include illegal, unlawful, illegitimate, forbidden.

What is the opposite of Unconstitutional?

Opposite meanings include constitutional, legal.

What words go with Unconstitutional?

It commonly pairs with unconstitutional law, unconstitutional action, declare unconstitutional.

What are common mistakes when using Unconstitutional?

Confused with 'illegitimate' when they are not exactly the same. Using it in non-legal contexts. Incorrectly conjugating as a verb.

How do you pronounce Unconstitutional?

US: /["/ˌʌnˌkɑːnstɪˈtuːʃənl/"]/, UK: /["/ˌʌnˌkɒnstɪˈtjuːʃənl/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Unconstitutional formal or informal?

"Unconstitutional" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Unconstitutional?

Use 'unconstitutional' in legal and formal contexts when referring to laws or actions that violate a constitution. Avoid in casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Unconstitutional?

"Unconstitutional" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.