Constitution

/,kɔnsti'tju:ʃn/
Học thuật
Thân thiện
Definition
  1. Noun:
    • The system of fundamental principles and established precedents according to which a state or other organization is governed: A constitution is a body of foundational rules that defines the structure, powers, and duties of a government and guarantees certain rights to its people.
    • The composition or makeup of something: The constitution of something refers to the way in which its various parts are combined to form the whole, such as the physical or chemical elements of an object or the character of a person.
    • The physical character of the body as to strength, health, etc.: A person's constitution is their physical condition and general health.
Examples of Usage
  • Noun:
    • The U.S. Constitution was ratified in 1788. (The supreme law of the United States was formally approved in 1788.)
    • Scientists studied the chemical constitution of the mineral. (Scientists analyzed the elemental makeup of the mineral.)
    • Her robust constitution allowed her to recover quickly from the illness. (Her strong physical health enabled a swift recovery.)
Advanced Usage
  • "By constitution": By nature or inherent makeup.
    • He is, by constitution, a cautious person. (He is naturally a cautious individual.)
  • "Unwritten constitution": A body of fundamental political principles established by precedent and custom, rather than a single written document.
    • The United Kingdom operates under an unwritten constitution.
  • "Constitutional" (adj): Related to or in accordance with a constitution.
    • Freedom of speech is a constitutional right.
Variants and Related Words
  • Constitutional (adjective): Of or relating to a constitution.
    • A constitutional amendment.
  • Constitutionality (noun): The quality of being in accordance with a constitution.
    • The court will rule on the law's constitutionality.
  • Constitute (verb): To be the parts that form something; to establish or enact.
    • Twelve months constitute a year.
  • Constituent (noun/adjective): A component part; having the power to appoint or elect.
    • Analyze the constituents of the alloy. / A constituent assembly.
Synonyms
  • Charter: A written grant of rights or privileges.
  • Composition: The nature of something's ingredients or constituents.
  • Makeup: The combination of qualities that form a person or thing.
  • Physique: The form, size, and development of a person's body.
Related Phrases
  • Constitutional monarchy: A system of government where a monarch acts as head of state within the parameters of a constitution.
    • The United Kingdom is a constitutional monarchy.
  • Constitutional crisis: A severe conflict within a government over its fundamental laws or principles.
    • The disputed election led to a constitutional crisis.
Related Idioms
  • "To be in someone's constitution": To be a natural part of someone's character or physical being.
    • Kindness is in her constitution. (She is naturally kind.)
  • "A strong/weak constitution": Referring to a person's physical health and resilience.
    • You need a strong constitution to work in such a harsh environment.
Noun
  1. a United States 44-gun frigate that was one of the first three naval ships built by the United States; it won brilliant victories over British frigates during the War of 1812 and is without doubt the most famous ship in the history of the United States Navy; it has been rebuilt and is anchored in the Charlestown Navy Yard in Boston
  2. the way in which someone or something is composed
  3. the constitution written at the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia in 1787 and subsequently ratified by the original thirteen states
  4. the act of forming or establishing something
    • the constitution of a PTA group last year
    • it was the establishment of his reputation
    • he still remembers the organization of the club
  5. law determining the fundamental political principles of a government

Từ đồng nghĩa

Từ gần giống

Từ chứa "Constitution"

Từ có nhắc đến "Constitution"