constitutionality
Americannoun
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the quality of being constitutional.
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accordance with the constitution of a country, state, etc.
noun
Etymology
Origin of constitutionality
An Americanism dating back to 1780–90; constitutional + -ity
Example Sentences
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No, it certainly doesn’t help, but neither did the four decisions in which they lost on the constitutionality of the executive orders.
From Slate • Mar. 5, 2026
Cases at the trade court are often handled by an individual judge, but they are assigned to a three-judge panel if they challenge the constitutionality of a congressional action, presidential proclamation or executive order.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 4, 2026
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 • Feb. 4, 2026
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.
From BBC • Sep. 29, 2025
And, in all except three, the Court upheld the constitutionality of the search or seizure.
From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander
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