constitutional
/ˌkɑn.stɪˈt(j)u.ʃ(ə)n.(ə)l/ adjectif C1En français : constitutionnel
- Belonging to, or inherent in, the constitution or structure of one's body or mind. · a constitutional infirmity constitutional ardour or dullness
- For the benefit of one's constitution or health. · a constitutional walk
- Relating to the constitution or composition of something; essential, fundamental.
- Relating to a legal or political constitution (“the basic law of a nation or institution; the formal or informal system of primary principles and laws that regulates a government or other institution”). · a constitutional right constitutional reforms· Brexit has rocked the foundations of the nation and plunged everyone into a state of heightened constitutional anxiety.
- In compliance with or valid under a legal or political constitution. · The Supreme Court ruled against the applicant and found the statute constitutional.
- Of a monarch: having a purely ceremonial role, or possessing powers limited by a constitution rather than plenary or unlimited powers.
Dans la bibliothèque
“I see; to your domestics you are ‘my lord,’ the journalists style you ‘monsieur,’ while your constituents call you ‘citizen.’ These are distinctions very suitable under a constitutional government.
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