Constitutive

Full definition of constitutive

Adjective

1. having the power or authority to constitute, establish or enact something
2. having the power or authority to appoint someone to office
3. that makes something what it is; essential
4. that forms a constituent part of something else
5. (biochemistry) (of an enzyme) that is continuously produced at a constant rate

Related terms

• constitute
• constituent
• constituency
• constitution
• constitutional