Disproportion
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /dɪspɹəˈpɔːʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Disproportion is a noun meaning The state of being out of proportion; an abnormal or improper ratio; an imbalance.
Meaning
The state of being out of proportion; an abnormal or improper ratio; an imbalance.
More Meanings
- Lack of suitableness, adequacy, or due proportion to an end or use; unsuitableness.
- (transitive) To make unsuitable in quantity, form, or fitness; to violate symmetry in; to mismatch.
Example Sentences
the disproportion of strength or means to an object
the disproportion of the length of a building to its height
To shape my legs of an unequal size; / To disproportion me in every part.
a degree of strength altogether disproportioned to the extent of its territory
Word Forms
- disproportions
- disproportioning
- disproportioned
Antonyms for disproportion
Common opposites include proportion, symmetry.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include disproportionality, disparity, inequality, mismatch, imbalance, asymmetry.
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