Meaning of the word constitute in English

What does constitute mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

constitute

US /ˈkɑːn.stə.tuːt/

UK /ˈkɒn.stɪ.tʃuːt/

be (a part) of a whole

Example:

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Women constitute 70 percent of the student population.

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The various departments constitute the university.

Synonym:

comprise form make up compose account for

give legal or constitutional form to (an institution); establish by law

Example:

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The new laws constitute a significant change in policy.

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The assembly was constituted in 1948.

Synonym:

establish set up found create form

Related Word:

constitution constitutional