constitutionalism
nounUK /ˌkɒnstɪˈtjuːʃənəˌlɪzəm/ · US /ˌkɑnstɪˈtuʃənəˌlɪzəm/
Etymology From constitutional + -ism.
1
A constitutional system of governance.
2
Adherence to constitutional principles.
3
Philosophical belief in government under a written constitution.
- Derived terms
- constitutionalist