constitutionality

[kon-sti-too-shuh-nal-i-tee, -tyoo-]

noun

1. the quality of being constitutional.

2. accordance with the constitution of a country, state, etc.

constitutionality

/ ˌkɒnstɪˌtjuːʃəˈnælɪtɪ /

noun

1. the quality or state of being in accord with a constitution

Word History and Origins

Origin of constitutionality¹

An Americanism dating back to 1780–90; constitutional + -ity

Example Sentences

They also cornered a U.S. citizen, Brian Gavidia, who is now part of a lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of these stops.

From Los Angeles Times

In a recent filing in the federal case challenging the constitutionality of ICE’s immigration tactics in L.A.,

From Los Angeles Times

The Supreme Court has never upheld the constitutionality of a federal declaration of martial law.

From Salon

In one high-profile ruling, a federal judge blocked the ban temporarily, citing concerns over its constitutionality and suggesting it discriminated based on gender identity.

From BBC

TikTok challenged the constitutionality of the law, but lost its appeal to the US Supreme Court.

From BBC

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