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Raredisproportion
The correct spelling is disproportion.
How to pronounce disproportion
/dɪspɹəˈpɔːʃən/
nounIPA: /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.The state of being out of proportion; an abnormal or improper ratio; an imbalance.
- 2.Lack of suitableness, adequacy, or due proportion to an end or use; unsuitableness.
verb
- 1.To make unsuitable in quantity, form, or fitness; to violate symmetry in; to mismatch.
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