constitutionalist
Americannoun
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an adherent or advocate of constitutionalism or of an existing constitution.
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an expert on a political constitution.
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of constitutionalist
First recorded in 1760–70; constitutional + -ist
Example Sentences
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The president had previously described himself as a constitutionalist and pledged to respect term limits.
From BBC • Jun. 19, 2026
As a committed constitutionalist, he delegated the American crisis to his ministers.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 13, 2026
“Ken is a constitutionalist who tries to make good decisions based on principle,” said Texas Rep. Chip Roy, a fellow caucus member.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 4, 2023
“Not good enough,” Will Chamberlain, a lawyer with The Article III Project, which supports constitutionalist judges and judicial independence, tweeted back to Youngkin.
From Washington Post • May 10, 2022
Mr. Sumner was an idealist—neither a constitutionalist nor a practical statesman.
From The Galaxy Vol. 23, No. 1 by Various
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