constitute – 1. Be a part of a whole; Combine to form a complete thing 2. Be, or be equivalent to, something

(Pronounced con-stit-yewt)

To remember the definition of the word constitute, use the following mnemonic:

The constant tooting (constitute) and noise combined to form the equivalent of a jet taking off.

Examples of constitute in a sentence (be a part of a whole)

The discs and granules constitute a very powerful microphone.

While Greg is a key player, he does not constitute the entire football team.

This year, twenty-eight students will constitute my homeroom class.

Examples of constitute in a sentence (be equivalent to)

Whatever constitutes bullying in the academic context should also be defined and publicised.

This constitutes a serious breach of ethics and must be brought quickly to the attention of an administrator.

This will constitute an infringement of the holders' rights.