constitutionalism
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/ˌkɑːnstɪˈtuːʃənəlɪzəm/
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/ˌkɒnstɪˈtjuːʃənəlɪzəm/
The principle or doctrine of government through a constitution, especially one specifying and limiting the powers of the government.
The professor's lecture on constitutionalism emphasized the importance of checks and balances in a democratic society.
教授关于宪政主义的讲座强调了民主社会中制衡的重要性。