A constitutional amendment refers to a formal change or addition made to the United States Constitution. It is a legal process that alters the fundamental laws of the country, ensuring that it remains relevant and adaptable over time.
Related terms
Ratification: The process by which an amendment is formally approved and added to the Constitution.
Bill of Rights: The first ten amendments added to the Constitution, protecting individual rights and freedoms.
Article V: The section of the Constitution that outlines the procedures for proposing and ratifying amendments.