Synonyms of constitutions

constitutions

noun

plural of constitution

1

as in natures

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

• natures
• selves
• personalities
• tones
• characters
• characteristics
• colors
• clays
• dispositions
• complexions
• spirits
• compositions
• habits
• features
• traits
• properties
• temperaments
• geniuses
• essences
• attributes
• singularities
• flavors
• sorts
• substances
• grains
• souls
• individualities
• stamps
• tempers
• metals
• interiors
• hallmarks
• essentialities
• earmarks
• ways
• makeups
• stuff
• savors
• points
• marks
• interiorities

2

as in physiques

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

• physiques
• shapes
• habits
• figures
• forms
• frames
• builds
• structures
• anatomies

3

as in laws

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

• laws
• codes
• canons
• decalogues
• disciplines
• legislations
• establishments
• common law

4

as in acts

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

• laws
• acts
• ordinances
• bills
• amendments
• statutes
• enactments
• prohibitions
• legislations
• regulations
• bylaws
• decrees
• rulings
• rules
• edicts
• commandments
• directives
• dictates
• ground rules
• fiats
• restrictions
• common law
• canons
• proscriptions
• commands
• capitularies
• blue laws
• encyclicals

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• higher laws

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of constitutions

In Florida, as in Washington, the best constitutions are only as effective as the good faith of the people sworn to enforce them. — Orlando Sentinel, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Nov. 2026

Structures like boards, family councils, constitutions and decision-making frameworks remain indispensable. — Walid Chiniara, Forbes.com, 5 Nov. 2026

Its work included helping to rewrite the constitutions of these countries, reform court systems, and adopt democratic rule of law principles. — Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 30 Oct. 2026

Noncitizens are not eligible under federal law to vote in elections, but most states do not explicitly state this mandate in their constitutions or laws. — ABC News, 29 Oct. 2026

Voters in 10 states will address prayer, trans athletes and other education issues, with some initiatives aiming for long-term change by amending constitutions. — Lauren Lumpkin, Washington Post, 13 Oct. 2026

First Amendment experts say the dress policy draft’s language is too vague, and application of the rules for religious head coverings could run afoul of both the federal and state constitutions. — Ana Goñi-Lessan, Miami Herald, 1 Oct. 2026

Setting up a new country During the Revolutionary War’s six years of fighting, individual states wrote their own constitutions, which set up how their governments would work. — Sandra Slater, The Conversation, 21 Sep. 2026

The postwar constitutions of France and Italy explicitly countenanced a future global body that would trump their own sovereignty. — Scott W. Stern, The Atlantic, 17 Sep. 2026