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constitution

/ˌkɒnstɪˈtuːʃn/
English Definition
n. basic laws of a country
中文释义
宪法
Example Sentence

The nation's constitution established a framework for governance that has endured for over two centuries.

该国的宪法建立了一个持续了两个多世纪的治理框架。

Synonyms
charter code law
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
con(common)+stitute(build)
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Practice — Definition Match

Which choice best defines “constitution”?

  1. A The condition of being unable to see far; lack of foresight
  2. B Basic laws of a country
  3. C The act of stopping something from moving or flowing
  4. D The state of being ill or unwell
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B — Basic laws of a country. “constitution” means basic laws of a country.

Practice — Which Word Fits?

Which word means “basic laws of a country”?

  1. A constitution
  2. B sickness
  3. C shortsightedness
  4. D blocking
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A — constitution. “constitution” means basic laws of a country.

Common questions about “constitution”

What does “constitution” mean?

constitution — basic laws of a country. In Chinese: 宪法.

How do you pronounce “constitution”?

constitution is pronounced /ˌkɒnstɪˈtuːʃn/.

How is “constitution” used in a sentence?

The nation's constitution established a framework for governance that has endured for over two centuries. (该国的宪法建立了一个持续了两个多世纪的治理框架。)

What are synonyms for “constitution”?

charter, code, law — all close in meaning to constitution (basic laws of a country).

Is “constitution” an SAT vocabulary word?

Yes. constitution is on the SAT Prep Basic list — the everyday academic words the SAT assumes you already have. The Digital SAT does not test vocabulary in isolation; words like this one are tested through Words in Context questions, where you choose the word that completes a passage most logically and precisely.

How can I remember “constitution”?

con(common)+stitute(build)

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