constitute
Translation
to constitute, to form, to make up, to establish
Examples
Women constitute 70% of the workforce.
Women constitute 70% of the workforce.
This action constitutes a breach of contract.
This action constitutes a breach of contract.
They constituted a committee to investigate.
They constituted a committee to investigate.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to form or make up (sth.) Women constitute 70% of the workforce.
((sth.)) to be considered as (sth.) This action constitutes a breach of contract.
Similar Words
Synonyms: form, compose, make up, establish
Etymology
From Latin 'con-' (together) + 'statuere' (to set up). Literally 'to set up together'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'con-' (together) and 'stitute' (from 'statuere', to stand). Things that stand together 'constitute' a whole.