constitutional

adjective
UK: /ˌkɒnstɪˈtjuːʃənəl/
US: /ˌkɑːnstɪˈtuːʃənəl/

  1. Relating to the constitution of a country or organization.

    1. The president's actions were constitutional according to the law.
    2. The court will decide if the new law is constitutional, ensuring it aligns with the nation's core principles.

  2. Allowed or limited by the constitution.

    1. We have a constitutional right to speak freely.
    2. The government's powers are constitutional, ensuring they operate within legally defined boundaries.

Synonyms

lawful legitimate legal valid
constitutional noun

  1. A walk or other form of exercise taken for one's health.

    1. He goes for a constitutional every morning.
    2. After a heavy meal, a brisk constitutional around the park helps with digestion and well-being.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "constitutional" in English means: Relating to the constitution of a country or organization., Allowed or limited by the constitution..

The phonetic transcription of "constitutional" is /ˌkɒnstɪˈtjuːʃənəl/ in British English and /ˌkɑːnstɪˈtuːʃənəl/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "constitutional": lawful, legitimate, legal, valid.

Example usage of "constitutional": "The president's actions were constitutional according to the law.". More examples on the page.