Unconstitutional
(adjective)
- In violation of or not in accordance with the constitution of a country or state.
- Not in keeping with the principles of a constitution.
Origin:
Late 18th century: from un- "not" + constitutional.
Examples:
- The court ruled that the law was unconstitutional.
- The government's actions were deemed unconstitutional.
- The new policy was considered unconstitutional by some experts.
- The proposed amendment to the constitution was seen as unconstitutional by many.
- The restriction on freedom of speech was unconstitutional.