1. the fundamental laws and principles that govern a country or organization
2. the physical and mental makeup or condition of a person
3. the act of establishing or setting up something
Usage: formal

Examples

• Many countries have written constitutions that protect citizens’ rights.
• The U.S. Constitution was ratified in 1788.
• People with strong constitutions rarely get sick.
• His weak constitution made him susceptible to illness.
• The constitutions of these organizations vary widely.
• The constitution of the new committee took several months.
• Democratic constitutions typically include checks and balances.