Constitutionnel
Example: Le tribunal a déclaré la loi inconstitutionnelle hier soir.
Definition
"Constitutionnel" describes anything related to or consistent with a constitution, especially in a legal or governmental context. It often refers to laws, actions, or principles that conform to a country's fundamental legal framework, as in the phrase 'The court declared the law unconstitutional last night.'
Etymology
The word "constitutionnel" comes from the French term derived from 'constitution,' which itself originates from the Latin 'constitutio,' meaning 'arrangement' or 'establishment.' The suffix '-nel' is used in French to form adjectives. Did you know? The concept of constitutionality became especially prominent during the development of modern democratic states in the 18th century.
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