What is another word for constitute?

Common synonyms for constitute include represent, make up, comprise, be.

What is the past tense of constitute?

The past tense of constitute is constituted.

/ˈkɑnstɪt(j)uːt/verb3 syllables

Constitute means: form or compose.

verb, as in form or compose

verb, as in set up or lay the groundwork for

verb, as in create and charge with a task or function

verb, as in to compose or represent

also used for constitute

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verb

form or compose“This money is my only income”

set up or lay the groundwork for“establish a new department”

create and charge with a task or function“nominate a committee”

to compose or represent“This wall forms the background of the stage setting”

Definitions from the Open English WordNet, CC BY 4.0.

Thou shalt respect all weaknesses, and shalt constitute thyself the defender of them.Hybrid
This content is for informational purposes only, and does not constitute legal advice.Lumi
Right is with the strongest—the limits of our power constitute our laws.Tamy
A brand name does not constitute a guarantee of quality.AlanF_US
Fungi constitute a completely independent kingdom of life.mraz
A severed penis constitutes a solid piece of evidence for rape.sacredceltic
This legislation constitutes a full-fledged attack on consumer rights.darinmex
The question of what constitutes art is a controversial subject.mailohilohi

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as a verb