constituent

/kənˈstɪtjuənt/

Definitions

1. noun

A person, group, or organization that is part of a larger whole or system

“The constituent parts of the ecosystem rely on each other for survival.”

2. noun

A member of a body or assembly, such as a parliament or council

“The constituent of the council voted to approve the new law.”

3. noun

A voter or electorate in an electoral system

“The constituent of the district chose the new representative.”

4. verb

To form or make up part of a system, organization, or whole

“The company’s profits constitute a significant part of its revenue.”

Synonyms

  • component
  • constituting
  • member
  • part

Antonyms

  • distinct
  • non-member
  • outsider
  • separate