Unconstitutionally
adverb
In a manner that violates the constitution or legal framework of a jurisdiction.
The law was deemed to be applied unconstitutionally, infringing upon citizens' rights.
Often appears as...
- unconstitutionally overridden
- unconstitutionally imposed
Usage tips
Formal
unconstitutionally restrictive, unconstitutionally vague, unconstitutionally applied
adverb
In a manner that violates the constitution or legal framework of a jurisdiction.
The law was deemed to be applied unconstitutionally, infringing upon citizens' rights.
Often appears as...
- unconstitutionally overridden
- unconstitutionally imposed
Usage tips
Formal
unconstitutionally restrictive, unconstitutionally vague, unconstitutionally applied
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Legal Context
Understanding how the term is used in court can enhance comprehension.
The law was applied in such a way that it was deemed unconstitutional.
Pro Tip 2/3Historical Significance
Recognizing its importance in landmark cases shows the term’s profound implications.
The ruling revealed that practices unconstitutionally stripped citizens of rights.
Pro Tip 3/3Common Misunderstandings
It's often confused with simply being 'wrong' or 'bad', but it has a specific legal meaning.
The policy was not just wrong, it was unconstitutionally enacted.
Pro Tip 1/3Legal Context
Understanding how the term is used in court can enhance comprehension.
The law was applied in such a way that it was deemed unconstitutional.
Pro Tip 2/3Historical Significance
Recognizing its importance in landmark cases shows the term’s profound implications.
The ruling revealed that practices unconstitutionally stripped citizens of rights.
Pro Tip 3/3Common Misunderstandings
It's often confused with simply being 'wrong' or 'bad', but it has a specific legal meaning.
The policy was not just wrong, it was unconstitutionally enacted.
Pro Tip 1/3Legal Context
Understanding how the term is used in court can enhance comprehension.
The law was applied in such a way that it was deemed unconstitutional.
Pro Tip 2/3Historical Significance
Recognizing its importance in landmark cases shows the term’s profound implications.
The ruling revealed that practices unconstitutionally stripped citizens of rights.
Pro Tip 3/3Common Misunderstandings
It's often confused with simply being 'wrong' or 'bad', but it has a specific legal meaning.
The policy was not just wrong, it was unconstitutionally enacted.
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