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disproportion

The correct spelling is disproportion.

How to pronounce disproportion

/dɪspɹəˈpɔːʃən/
noun

IPA: /dɪspɹəˈpɔːʃən/

Say it like: Dis-pro-por-sho-n

The correct spelling is disproportion. The state of being out of proportion; an abnormal or improper ratio; an imbalance. For example: "the disproportion of the length of a building to its height"

Usage Examples

the disproportion of the length of a building to its height

the disproportion of strength or means to an object

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.The state of being out of proportion; an abnormal or improper ratio; an imbalance.
  2. 2.Lack of suitableness, adequacy, or due proportion to an end or use; unsuitableness.

verb

  1. 1.To make unsuitable in quantity, form, or fitness; to violate symmetry in; to mismatch.

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