proportionality
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of proportionality
First recorded in 1425–75 in a different sense; proportional ( def. ) + -ity ( def. )
Vocabulary lists containing proportionality
Ratios and Proportional Relationships
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Geometry - High School
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Geometry (Base List)
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Example Sentences
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Their analysis found that every method for electing a national legislature involves compromises, usually among local representation, national proportionality, and the total number of parliamentary seats.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 2, 2026
The justices held that Section 2 of the 1965 Voting Rights Act doesn’t require states to draw election districts to achieve racial proportionality.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 29, 2026
"Each and every attack must comply with international humanitarian law fundamental principles of distinction, proportionality and precautions to protect civilians," he said.
From Barron's ● Apr. 8, 2026
A second principle that limits when deadly force can legally be used is proportionality: Shooting someone is only justified when it is a proportional response to the perceived threat.
From Slate ● Mar. 27, 2026
This inverse proportionality between apparent size and distance is the basis of perspective in art and photography.
From "Cosmos" by Carl Sagan
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