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

The board’s independence is under attack through litigation, including a SpaceX lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of restrictions on firing board members, which was upheld by the conservative 5th Circuit Court of Appeals.

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The court dismissed all objections by Machar's legal team regarding its authority, the constitutionality of the proceedings, and the claim that he was immune from prosecution.

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

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

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

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