Constitute and Depose

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Constitute verb - To pick (someone) by one's authority for a specific position or duty.

Usage example: the legally constituted authorities with jurisdiction in this matter

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Depose is an antonym for constitute.

Depose verb - To remove from a position of prominence or power (as a throne).

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Constitute is an antonym for depose.

Nearby Words: deposition, deposing

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