The meaning of CONSTITUTE is make up, form, compose. How to use constitute in a sentence.

CONSTITUTE definition: to compose; form. See examples of constitute used in a sentence.

CONSTITUTE meaning: 1. to be or be considered as something: 2. to form or make something: 3. to be or be considered…. Learn more.

If a number of things or people constitute something, they are the parts or members that form it. Volunteers constitute more than 95% of The Center's work force. [VERB noun]

Definition of constitute verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

1. to make up; form; compose: the people who constitute a jury. 2. to appoint to an office or function: a legally constituted officer.

Jan 14, 2026 · constitute (third-person singular simple present constitutes, present participle constituting, simple past and past participle constituted) (transitive) To set up; to establish; to enact.