PoliticsJuly 16, 2026

constitutionalist

/ˌkɒnstɪˈtjuːʃənəlɪst/

Definition

An individual who advocates for strict adherence to the fundamental principles and laws established by a nation's constitution.

Etymology

The word is derived from the Latin 'constitutio' (to set up or establish) via the French 'constitution,' combined with the suffix '-ist,' which denotes a person who practices or believes in a particular system of thought.

In the news

President Mnangagwa used this term to describe himself as someone committed to abiding by the law, yet the article contrasts this with his actions in amending the constitution to extend his own term. It highlights the irony of a leader claiming constitutional devotion while simultaneously altering the document to suit his political goals.

Mnangagwa’s 7-Year Presidency Law Ends Zimbabwe’s Direct Elections

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