constitution

Meaning

A body of fundamental principles or established precedents according to which a state is governed.

The system of fundamental principles according to which a nation or organization is governed.

Example Sentences

Constitutional reforms ensure equity.

The constitution guarantees freedom of speech.

Synonyms

charter, bylaws, code, statute, fundamental law, basic law, law, framework

Entry 1

charter, bylaws, code, statute, fundamental law, basic law

Entry 2

charter, law, code, framework, fundamental law

Antonyms

anarchy, disorganization, lawlessness, chaos, disorder, arbitrary rule

Entry 1

anarchy, disorganization, lawlessness, chaos, disorder, arbitrary rule

Entry 2

anarchy, lawlessness, disorder

Collocations

written constitution, draft constitution, amend the constitution, constitution of a country