constitute

Verb

• set up or lay the groundwork for
  • establish a new department
    

• to compose or represent:"This wall forms the background of the stage setting"
  • The branches made a roof
    
  • This makes a fine introduction
    

• create and charge with a task or function
  • nominate a committee
    

• form or compose
  • This money is my only income
    
  • The stone wall was the backdrop for the performance
    
  • These constitute my entire belonging
    
  • The children made up the chorus
    
  • This sum represents my entire income for a year
    
  • These few men comprise his entire army
    

Related words

• Synonyms: 
  establish , found , plant , institute , form , make , appoint , name , nominate , represent , make up , comprise , be