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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Union leaders have vowed to challenge its constitutionality in court if it passes.
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
Like many scholars, Mr. McConnell has doubts about the constitutionality of the War Powers Act that passed over the veto of a weakened Richard Nixon.
The financial industry also has sued to stop its work, challenging its rules and arguing against the bureau’s constitutionality.
Now he wants to challenge the prospective constitutionality of that rule.
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