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UK/["/ˌkɒnstɪˈtjuːʃənl/"]/US/["/ˌkɑːnstɪˈtuːʃənl/"]/

Meaning of Constitutional

connected with the constitution of a country or an organization

In simple words: Related to the constitution or laws of a country.

Constitutional in a sentence

  • **constitutional government/reform**
  • a constitutional amendment
  • She had long advocated constitutional reform.
  • They can't pass this law. It's not constitutional.
  • **constitutional rights**
  • a **constitutional monarchy** *(= a country with a king or queen whose power is controlled by a set of laws and basic principles)*
  • constitutional remedies

How to use Constitutional

Used primarily in legal and formal contexts. It may not be suitable for everyday conversation. Often used when discussing legal rights, government structures, or political debates.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'constitutional' as 'concerning rules'; a constitution is the rule book for the government.

Related words

Collocations with Constitutional

  • constitutional rights
  • constitutional amendment
  • constitutional law

Synonyms for Constitutional

Opposites of Constitutional

Common mistakes with Constitutional

  • Confused with 'constitutionality' which is a different noun.
  • Using it in casual conversations where simpler words are better.
  • Mixing up the adjective form with the noun form.

Compare Constitutional with Legal, Legislative

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Frequently asked questions about Constitutional

What does Constitutional mean?

Related to the constitution or laws of a country.

What is the definition of Constitutional?

connected with the constitution of a country or an organization

How do you use Constitutional in a sentence?

**constitutional government/reform**

Can you give another example of Constitutional?

a constitutional amendment

What are synonyms for Constitutional?

Common alternatives include legal, statutory, legislative, governmental.

What is the opposite of Constitutional?

Opposite meanings include unconstitutional, illegal.

What words go with Constitutional?

It commonly pairs with constitutional rights, constitutional amendment, constitutional law.

What are common mistakes when using Constitutional?

Confused with 'constitutionality' which is a different noun. Using it in casual conversations where simpler words are better. Mixing up the adjective form with the noun form.

How do you pronounce Constitutional?

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

Is Constitutional formal or informal?

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

When should I use Constitutional?

Used primarily in legal and formal contexts. It may not be suitable for everyday conversation. Often used when discussing legal rights, government structures, or political debates.

What CEFR level is Constitutional?

"Constitutional" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.