Unconstitutional Meaning
/ˌʌˌnkɑnstəˈtuʃənəl/Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
adjContrary to or violative of the constitution of a state or other sovereign institution.
Sentence Examples
He said it was unconstitutional.
The state court effected unconstitutional legislation without the federal government noticing.
Synonyms & Antonyms
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The court ruled that the new law was ____ because it violated free speech.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The supreme court ruled that the new law was ____ and therefore it could not be enforced by the government today.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree Proto-Indo-European *né Proto-Indo-European *n̥- Proto-Germanic *un- Proto-West Germanic *un- Old English un- Middle English un- English un- English constitutional English unconstitutional From un- + constitutional.
Literary Quotations & Historical Citations
"A California law that ensures many gig workers are considered independent contractors, while affording them some limited benefits, is unconstitutional and unenforceable, a California Superior Court judge ruled Friday evening."
— 2021 August 20, Kate Conger, “California’s Gig Worker Law Is Unconstitutional, Judge Rules”, in The New York Times:
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The court ruled that the new law was ____ because it violated free speech.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The supreme court ruled that the new law was ____ and therefore it could not be enforced by the government today.