constitute

(noun, verb)

noun

1. (obsolete) An established law.

verb

1. form or compose

- These constitute my entire belonging

Similar word(s): be, comprise, represent

Definition categories: stative

2. create and charge with a task or function

Similar word(s): appoint, name, nominate

Definition categories: social, constitute, establish, found, institute, plant

3. to compose or represent

Similar word(s): form, make

Definition categories: stative, be, comprise, constitute, represent

4. set up or lay the groundwork for

Similar word(s): establish, found, institute, plant

Definition categories: creation, initiate, pioneer