The meaning of CONSTITUTE is make up, form, compose. How to use constitute in a sentence.

CONSTITUTE meaning: 1. to be or be considered as something: 2. to form or make something: 3. to be or be considered…. Learn more.

Definition of constitute verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

If a number of things or people constitute something, they are the parts or members that form it. Volunteers constitute more than 95% of The Center's work force. [VERB noun]

1. to make up; form; compose: the people who constitute a jury. 2. to appoint to an office or function: a legally constituted officer.

CONSTITUTE definition: to compose; form. See examples of constitute used in a sentence.

2 days ago · constitute (third-person singular simple present constitutes, present participle constituting, simple past and past participle constituted) (transitive) To set up; to establish; to enact.

Jan 13, 2016 · To constitute is to make up a whole from smaller parts, or "constituents." "What constitutes a family?" means "What makes up a family?" Parents, kids, pets, and other family …

[not: be + ~-ing] to form (something) from parts: Carbohydrates and fats do not constitute a balanced diet. [not: be + ~-ing] to be the same as: Her behavior constitutes a direct threat to his power.

To set up or establish according to law or provision: a body that is duly constituted under the charter. b. To found (an institution, for example). c. To enact (a law or regulation). 3. To appoint to an office, …