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- [kuh n-stich-oo-uh nt]
- /kənˈstɪtʃ u ənt/
- /kənˈstɪt.ju.ənt/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [kuh n-stich-oo-uh nt]
- /kənˈstɪtʃ u ənt/
Definitions of constituents word
- adjective constituents serving to compose or make up a thing; component: the constituent parts of a motor. 1
- adjective constituents having power to frame or alter a political constitution or fundamental law, as distinguished from lawmaking power: a constituent assembly. 1
- noun constituents a constituent element, material, etc.; component. 1
- noun constituents a person who authorizes another to act in his or her behalf, as a voter in a district represented by an elected official. 1
- noun constituents Grammar. an element considered as part of a construction. 1
- noun constituents Plural form of constituent. 1
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Origin of constituents
First appearance:
before 1615 One of the 41% oldest English words
1615-25; < Latin constituent- (stem of constituēns, present participle of constituere to set up, found, constitute), equivalent to con- con- + -stitu- (combining form of statuere to set up) + -ent- -ent
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Parts of speech for Constituents
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constituents popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 93% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for constituents
noun constituents
- citizenry — The people living in a country, state, or city can be referred to as the citizenry.
- ingredients — something that enters as an element into a mixture: Flour, eggs, and sugar are the main ingredients in the cake.
- constitution — The constitution of a country or organization is the system of laws which formally states people's rights and duties.
- matter — a dull or dead surface, often slightly roughened, as on metals, paint, paper, or glass.
- corporeity — bodily or material nature or substance; physical existence; corporeality
Antonyms for constituents
adjective constituents
- accessories — Accessories belong to a product category in fashion stores, which includes items such as scarves, hats, gloves, belts, and purses.
- auxiliaries — foreign or allied troops serving another nation; mercenaries
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