constitutive — forming a part of a whole; component
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: forming a part of a whole; component
Pronunciation (IPA): /kənˈstɪtjʊtɪv/
Example Sentences
- Caffeine is a constitutive part of my morning routine - without it, I'm basically a zombie.
- The constitutive elements of a good pizza are cheese, sauce, and the ability to burn your tongue.
- Trust is constitutive of any meaningful relationship.
constitutive
ADJECTIVE[/kənˈstɪtjʊtɪv/]
forming a part of a whole; component
Each king played a constitutive role in forming the powerful alliance.
Each stone was constitutive of the bridge connecting the two villages. (CONSTITUTIVE → CONSTITUTE + STRUCTURE → forming an essential part of a structure)
Each volunteer played a constitutive role, made a contributive effort, and supported the distributive work.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin constituere, meaning 'to set up together' or 'to establish.' The word evolved from the combination of con- (together) and statuere (to place or set), originally referring to the act of assembling or establishing something through the combination of multiple elements.
Breakdown
constitute (from Latin constituere: con- 'together' + statuere 'to place/set') + -ive (adjective suffix denoting 'having the quality of' or 'tending to'). The suffix -ive transforms the verb into an adjective describing something that serves to constitute or form an essential part of a whole.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“Caffeine is a constitutive part of my morning routine - without it, I'm basically a zombie.”
“The constitutive elements of a good pizza are cheese, sauce, and the ability to burn your tongue.”
“Trust is constitutive of any meaningful relationship.”
“The constitutive principles of democracy include equality and freedom.”
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