constitute — to be the parts or elements that form something; to make up or compose
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to be the parts or elements that form something; to make up or compose
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkɑːnstɪtuːt/
Example Sentences
- My three cats constitute the entire population of my kingdom.
- Does eating pizza for breakfast constitute a balanced diet? Asking for a friend.
- The new evidence constitutes a breakthrough in the investigation.
constitute
VERB[/ˈkɑːnstɪtuːt/]
to be the parts or elements that form something; to make up or compose
Individual pieces constitute the whole picture
Every brick constituted the strong bridge that connected two villages. (con·stitute → CON + STRUCTURE → A structure exists because many parts come together.)
Many people contributed what they could, constituted a relief team, and distributed supplies to every family.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'constituere', formed from 'com-' (together) and 'statuere' (to set up, establish), meaning to set up or establish together.
Breakdown
con- (together) + -stitute (from Latin statuere, to set/establish) = constitute
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
“Asian students constitute a majority in this school.”
“Climate change constitutes a serious threat to humanity.”
“This behavior constitutes a violation of school rules.”
“Such actions may constitute an offense under the law.”
“These principles constitute the basis of democracy.”
📝Examples
“My three cats constitute the entire population of my kingdom.”
“Does eating pizza for breakfast constitute a balanced diet? Asking for a friend.”
“The new evidence constitutes a breakthrough in the investigation.”
“Renewable energy sources constitute 30% of the country's total energy production.”
“The committee was constituted to address environmental concerns.”
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