verb
apportion
Apportion (verb) means to divide and distribute portions of a whole.
verb
1
To divide and distribute portions of a whole.
2
Specifically, to do so in a fair and equitable manner; to allocate proportionally.
Study it as flashcards or scroll it in Flow — saved to your collection.
Test yourself on “apportion”
A quick quiz — meaning, synonyms & usage
→
Etymology
From Middle French apportionner, from Old French aporcioner, from Late Latin apportionare, from Latin ad + portio. By surface analysis, ap- + portion.
Rhymes for apportion
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
abortion
abrasion
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
See all rhymes for apportion →
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of apportion?
"apportion" (verb) means to divide and distribute portions of a whole.
What are the different meanings of apportion?
"apportion" has 2 main meanings: 1. To divide and distribute portions of a whole; 2. Specifically, to do so in a fair and equitable manner; to allocate proportionally.