Synonyms of constitution

constitution

noun

ˌkän(t)-stə-ˈtü-shən 

1

as in nature

the set of qualities that makes a person, a group of people, or a thing different from others

the question of whether violent conflict is part of the constitution of human society

Synonyms & Similar Words

• nature
• self
• personality
• colors
• tone
• character
• complexion
• clay
• spirit
• composition
• characteristic
• disposition
• genius
• property
• essence
• temperament
• trait
• feature
• soul
• individuality
• uniqueness
• habit
• sort
• attribute
• flavor
• temper
• substance
• interior
• grain
• stamp
• makeup
• singularity
• distinctness
• distinctiveness
• metal
• way
• hallmark
• mark
• essentiality
• earmark
• stuff
• point
• savor
• interiority

2

as in physique

the type of body that a person has

that marathon runner is known more for her strong constitution than for her speed

Synonyms & Similar Words

• physique
• shape
• frame
• form
• habit
• structure
• figure
• build
• anatomy

3

as in law

a collection or system of rules of conduct

our society's constitution requires that every member in good standing pay yearly dues

Synonyms & Similar Words

• law
• code
• legislation
• decalogue
• canon
• discipline
• establishment
• common law

4

as in act

a rule of conduct or action laid down by a governing authority and especially a legislature

the constitution against murder is universal among civilized societies

Synonyms & Similar Words

• law
• act
• bill
• amendment
• ordinance
• statute
• legislation
• enactment
• prohibition
• decree
• ruling
• rule
• edict
• regulation
• fiat
• commandment
• directive
• bylaw
• common law
• martial law
• dictate
• restriction
• ground rule
• command
• proscription
• canon
• blue law
• capitulary
• encyclical

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of constitution

Florida’s constitution requires that the governor be a state resident for the seven years before their election. — Miami Herald, 21 July 2026

Women voted in 1999 and a constitution passed by referendum in 2003, yet real power stayed inside the family throughout. — Güney Yıldız, Forbes.com, 18 July 2026

Why some want to keep current system Erika, who did not give her last name for privacy reasons, shared a story at the rally about how voter amendments to the constitution has directly affected her life. — Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 18 July 2026

That change was carried over into the modern Imperial House Law, enacted in 1947, the same year Japan’s new constitution stripped the emperor of governing authority after the country’s defeat in World War II. — James Cirrone, FOXNews.com, 17 July 2026

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