constituency

/kənˈstɪtjuənsi/

Definitions

1. noun

A group of people who elect a representative or representatives to a legislative body or other organization.

“The local constituency was represented by a young woman in parliament.”

2. noun

The area or district that a member of a legislative body represents.

“She won the constituency in the local election.”

3. noun

A group of people who have a common interest or goal.

“The constituency of environmentalists fought against the new policy.”

4. noun

A group of people or businesses that are served or represented by an organization or individual.

“The company’s constituency includes its customers and employees.”

5. noun

A group of people or businesses that are subject to a particular law, regulation, or policy.

“The new law affected the constituency of small businesses in the city.”

Synonyms

  • area
  • constituent
  • district
  • region

Antonyms

  • individual
  • non-member
  • outsider