Word
constitutionally
Phoneticscon·sti·tu·tion·al·ly, stress on the third syllable
US/ˌkɑnstəˈtuʃənəɫi/
UK/kˌɒnstɪtjˈuːʃənəli/
Adverb of manner
Definition
adv. in a way that relates to the official laws of a country or the natural health of a person. You use it to say if something is allowed by the government's rules or if it is part of someone's basic character.
adv. in a manner relating to a political constitution or an individual's physical or mental temperament. Often describes whether a law is legally valid or whether a trait is inherent to a person's nature.
Examples
“The new law was found to be constitutionally valid.”
“The court ruled that the police search was constitutionally sound because they had a valid warrant.”
“Some people are constitutionally incapable of lying, not because of a moral choice, but because their natural temperament makes them feel physically ill when they are dishonest.”
Examples
simple
“The new law was found to be constitutionally valid.”
contextual
“The court ruled that the police search was constitutionally sound because they had a valid warrant.”
complex
“Some people are constitutionally incapable of lying, not because of a moral choice, but because their natural temperament makes them feel physically ill when they are dishonest.”
Usage
Can function as a sentence adverb to indicate a legal perspective or as a manner adverb modifying an adjective.
Real-World Examples
“Involving itself in broadcast outlets’ editorial decisions and constitutionally protected speech is beyond the mandate of the FCC, which was established in 1934.” “Fire also contacted the school district, explaining how their actions were constitutionally unsound.” Word family
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
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