constitutionality

American  

[kon-sti-too-shuh-nal-i-tee, -tyoo-] / ˌkɒn stɪˌtu ʃəˈnæl ɪ ti, -ˌtyu- /

noun

1. the quality of being constitutional.

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

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constitutionality British  

/ ˌkɒnstɪˌtjuːʃəˈnælɪtɪ /

noun

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

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Etymology

Origin of constitutionality

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

Example Sentences

Union leaders have vowed to challenge its constitutionality in court if it passes.

From The Wall Street Journal

As for the agency’s overall constitutionality, the judge said Musk cited no supportive cases and had not adequately briefed the issue.

From Barron's

Like many scholars, Mr. McConnell has doubts about the constitutionality of the War Powers Act that passed over the veto of a weakened Richard Nixon.

From The Wall Street Journal

The financial industry also has sued to stop its work, challenging its rules and arguing against the bureau’s constitutionality.

From The Wall Street Journal

Now he wants to challenge the prospective constitutionality of that rule.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

• authority
• due process
• honesty
• integrity
• law
• right
• truth