constitute
/ˈkɒnstɪtjuːt/ · /ˈkɑːnstɪtuːt/
CEFR level C1Topic SocietyWord #5429 in the learning path
组成；构成
Definitions
v. To be the parts that form a whole
组成；构成
v. To be considered a particular thing
算作；构成
v. To formally establish an organisation or governing body
正式设立
Example
Vegetables constitute most of the food in our fridge.
我们冰箱里的食物大部分是蔬菜。
Rising housing costs constitute a major barrier to financial independence for young adults in large cities.
不断上涨的住房成本构成了大城市年轻人实现经济独立的一大障碍。
Collocations
- constitute a majority
- constitute a threat
- constitute a breach
- constitute a committee
Word family
- constitution (n.)
- constituent (n.)
- constitutional (adj.)
Synonyms
- compose
- form
Usage tip
表组成时通常以部分作主语，整体作宾语。
FAQ
- What does constitute mean?
- To be the parts that form a whole To be considered a particular thing To formally establish an organisation or governing body
- How is constitute pronounced?
- UK /ˈkɒnstɪtjuːt/, US /ˈkɑːnstɪtuːt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
