Constitute
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
Ordain
Ordain verb - To put into effect through legislative or authoritative action.
Usage example: the founders of the African republic ordained a form of government that was closely modeled on that of the United States
Constitute is a synonym for ordain in establish topic. You can use "Constitute" instead a verb "Ordain", if it concerns topics such as install.
Nearby Word: ordaining
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