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Meaning of disproportionate
The primary meaning of "disproportionate" refers to something that is not in proportion or balance, often being too large or extreme in comparison to something else.
Etymology of disproportionate
The word "disproportionate" comes from the prefix "dis-" meaning "not" or "opposite of", and "proportionate" which is derived from the Latin words "proportio" meaning "proportion" and the suffix "-ate" which forms an adjective
The term has been in use since the 15th century to describe things that are out of balance or harmony
Synonyms
excessive
extreme
unreasonable
unjustified
unwarranted
unbalanced
uneven
lopsided
asymmetrical
irregular
inconsistent
immoderate
intemperate
inordinate
outrageous
preposterous
absurd
ridiculous
unconscionable
incommensurate
disproportionate
inequitable
unfair
biased
partial
one-sided
unproportionate
overmuch
too much
uncalled-for
unseemly
unbecoming
improper
inappropriate
inapt
ill-suited
mismatched
ill-proportioned
out-of-proportion
oversized
overblown
hyperbolic
Definitions
- Not in proportion, or not in a correct or acceptable relationship of size, amount, or degree
- * Too large or extreme in comparison to something else
Usage Examples
- The punishment was disproportionate to the crime
- * The company's response to the crisis was disproportionate to the actual threat
- * The new policy has had a disproportionate impact on low-income families
Antonyms
proportionate
moderate
reasonable
justified
warranted
balanced
even
symmetrical
regular
consistent
moderate
temperate
orderly
commensurate
equitable
fair
unbiased
impartial
matched
proportioned
suited
apt
proper
appropriate