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Constituent

Verb / kʌˈnstɪtʃu:ʌnt / Another word for constituent — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a member of a group that elects or appoints someone to represent them

Synonyms & similar words

portion constitutive grammaticalconstituent componentpart ingredient element factor organic constitutional component part voter citizen elector member resident inhabitant participant component element part piece segment factor ingredient feature

Synonyms by register

Formal

component element part ingredient

Informal

bit piece part member

Literary

essence integral fundamental

Antonyms

whole entire complete unrelated independent unconnected

Common collocations

  • key constituent
  • essential constituent
  • main constituent
  • natural constituent
  • political constituent
  • constituent assembly
  • constituent element
  • constituent parts

Word family

noun constituent
verb constitute
adjective constituent
adverb constitutively

Usage note

As a noun, 'constituent' often refers to a voter in a district or a component of something. As an adjective, it means 'necessary for completeness'.

Example sentences

  1. The constituents of the city council were unhappy with the mayor's decision.
  2. The senator promised to listen to the concerns of her constituents.
  3. The school board members held a meeting with their constituents to discuss the budget.
  4. The congressman visited his constituents to hear their opinions on the new tax law.
  5. The governor made sure to address the needs of all his constituents in his policies.

Quotes

  • A leader, in my opinion, is someone who gets things done and inspires others to do the same. I don't think you can be a leader unless you have constituents who are willing to follow.
  • It's the responsibility of elected officials to represent their constituents, not just their party.
  • The voice of the people is the voice of humankind. We ignore their constituent cry at our peril.

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