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constitutionally

[kon-sti-too-shuh-nl-ee, -tyoo-] / ˌkɒn stɪˈtu ʃə nl i, -ˈtyu- /
ADVERB
inherently
Synonyms
STRONGEST
genetically intrinsically naturally
WEAK
by birth congenitally immanently inseparably natively
ADVERB
legally
Synonyms
STRONGEST
justly lawfully legitimately
WEAK
admittedly allowably authorized by law conceded enforceably juridically licitly permissibly rightfully warranted
Antonyms
WEAK
illegally illicitly unlawfully
ADVERB
legally
Synonyms
WEAK
judicially juridically legislatively
Antonyms
WEAK
illegally illicitly unlawfully

Example Sentences

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But Polymarket traders seem to prefer betting on the long shots, including candidates who are constitutionally prohibited from the presidency.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

Students may learn that the Pilgrims arrived on the Mayflower, that the First Amendment protects religious liberty, and that church and state are constitutionally distinct.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

He is constitutionally barred from seeking election in April.

From Barron's • Feb. 17, 2026

Indian law regards "honour killings" as murder and courts have repeatedly affirmed that an adult's choice of partner by consent is constitutionally protected.

From BBC • Feb. 3, 2026

“Why, yes sir. Atticus, I don’t know anything about the Constitution. “You seem to be constitutionally sound so far.

From "Go Set a Watchman: A Novel" by Harper Lee