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disproportion
[ dis-pruh-pawr-shuhn, -pohr- ]
noun
- lack of proportion; lack of proper relationship in size, number, etc.:
architectural disproportions.
- something out of proportion:
the disproportions of an awkward body.
verb (used with object)
- to make disproportionate.
disproportion
/ ˌdɪsprəˈpɔːʃən /
noun
- lack of proportion or equality
- an instance of disparity or inequality
verb
- tr to cause to become exaggerated or unequal
Derived Forms
- ˌdisproˈportionableness, noun
- ˌdisproˈportionably, adverb
- ˌdisproˈportionable, adjective
- ˌdisproˈportional, adjective
Other Words From
- dispro·portion·a·ble adjective
- dispro·portion·a·ble·ness noun
- dispro·portion·a·bly adverb
Word History and Origins
Origin of disproportion1
Example Sentences
The contrast reflects a broader disproportion in the conflict between Israelis and Palestinians.
Comparisons are complicated, but the disproportion is overwhelming.
Also, that which especially exasperates the man of Taste in the sight of Vice is its deformity and disproportion.
The greater the disproportion between the unit who commands and the numbers who obey, the greater the chance of mutiny.
The disproportion was certainly not due to any discrimination by the officers or crew in assisting the passengers to the boats.
The same disproportion of number and value may be noticed on many occasions between the sin-offering and the peace offering.
Not that there is in that course—in its achievements—any disproportion with the previous promise.
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