adjective

constitutional

constitutional

Freedom of speech is a constitutional right.

Freedom of speech is a constitutional right.

He takes a constitutional walk every morning.

He takes a constitutional walk every morning.

((adjective)) + noun relating to a constitution Freedom of speech is a constitutional right.

Synonyms: lawful, legal; Antonyms: unconstitutional

From Latin 'constituere' (to set up, establish). 'con-' (together) + 'statuere' (to set). The '-al' suffix forms an adjective.

Think of a country's 'constitution', which 'constitutes' or makes up its fundamental laws.

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