disproportionate
Disproportionate (adjective) means Too large or too small compared to what is normal, fair, or expected. Example: “The punishment seemed disproportionate to the crime.”
How to Use Disproportionate
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishOut of balance in size, amount, or degree compared to what would be reasonable.
Word Forms
more disproportionate comparative, disproportionated past tense, disproportionates singular, most disproportionate superlative
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Etymology
From dis- + proportionate, marking the opposite of being in proportion.
Synonyms
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What does “disproportionate” mean?
The word “disproportionate” means too large or too small compared to what is normal, fair, or expected. In plain terms, out of balance in size, amount, or degree compared to what would be reasonable.
How do you pronounce “disproportionate”?
“Disproportionate” is pronounced dihs-pruh-PAW-shuh-nuht (/ˌdɪs.pɹəˈpɔɹ.ʃə.nət/ in IPA).
How do you use “disproportionate” in a sentence?
Here is “disproportionate” used in a sentence: “The punishment seemed disproportionate to the crime.”
What part of speech is “disproportionate”?
“Disproportionate” is an adjective.
Is “disproportionate” a common word?
“Disproportionate” is an uncommon word in modern English.