Difference between Constituent and Component

Constituent

Part of speech: adjective

Definition: being a part, or component of a whole authorized to make a constitution

Part of speech: noun

Definition: a part, or component of a whole a resident of a place represented by an elected official a functional element of a phrase or clause

Component

Part of speech: noun

Definition: A smaller, self-contained part of a larger entity. Often refers to a manufactured object that is part of a larger device.

Part of speech: adjective

Definition: Making up a larger whole; as a component word.Made up of smaller complete units in combination; as a component stereo.

Example sentence: Global governance cannot be limited to the crafting of instruments related to the promotion of democracy. A key component must be the creation of fair and equitable rules to enhance the development prospects of developing countries.