constitutionalism

English

Etymology

From constitutional +‎ -ism.

Pronunciation

  • (UK) IPA(key): /ˌkɒnstɪˈtjuːʃənəˌlɪzəm/
  • (US) IPA(key): /ˌkɑnstɪˈtuʃənəˌlɪzəm/

Noun

constitutionalism (countable and uncountable, plural constitutionalisms)

  1. A constitutional system of governance.
  2. Adherence to constitutional principles.
  3. Philosophical belief in government under a written constitution.

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