Meanings
Verb (5-dan, つ, intransitive)
1. to consist of; to be made up of; to be composed of
2. to be concluded (e.g. of an agreement); to hold true (e.g. of a theory); to be valid
3. to be viable (of a business, lifestyle, etc.); to carry on; to keep going
Kanji used
become
standing up
Pitch accent
りたつ
りた
Top 5500
Composed of
being promoted
to stand; to rise; to find oneself (e.g. in a difficult position); to depart (on a plane, train, etc.)
Examples (21 in total)
The community is made up of individuals.
I think your theory does not hold water.
The committee is composed of teachers and parents.