constitutionalism

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Philosophical belief in government under a written constitution
{i} belief in the fundamental principles of a constitutional government
The belief that governments will defer to the rules and principles enshrined in a constitution and uphold the rule of law
advocacy of a system of government according to constitutional principles a constitutional system of government (usually with a written constitution)
The theory, principles, or authority of constitutional government; attachment or adherence to a constitution or constitutional government
the idea that there are definable limits on the rightful power of a government over its citizens
advocacy of a system of government according to constitutional principles
a constitutional system of government (usually with a written constitution)
the belief that a government should be based on a constitution
constitutionalist
A person who adheres to the philosophy of constitutionalism
constitutionalist
Of or relating to constitutionalism or its adherents
constitutionalist
{n} an adherent to the constitution
constitutionalist
One who advocates a constitutional form of government; a constitutionalist
constitutionalist
an advocate of constitutional government
constitutionalism
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