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- [dis-pruh-pawr-shuh-nit, -pohr-]
- /ˌdɪs prəˈpɔr ʃə nɪt, -ˈpoʊr-/
- /ˌdɪs.prəˈpɔː.ʃən.ət/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [dis-pruh-pawr-shuh-nit, -pohr-]
- /ˌdɪs prəˈpɔr ʃə nɪt, -ˈpoʊr-/
Definitions of disproportionately word
- adjective disproportionately not proportionate; out of proportion, as in size or number. 1
- noun disproportionately In a disproportionate manner. 1
- adverb disproportionately not in a proportionate way 1
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Origin of disproportionately
First appearance:
before 1544 One of the 30% oldest English words
First recorded in 1544-55; dis-1 + proportionate
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Parts of speech for Disproportionately
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preposition
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disproportionately popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 68% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for disproportionately
adv disproportionately
- unjustifiably — capable of being justified; that can be shown to be or can be defended as being just, right, or warranted; defensible: justifiable homicide.
- overly — excessively; too: a voyage not overly dangerous.
- unreasonably — not reasonable or rational; acting at variance with or contrary to reason; not guided by reason or sound judgment; irrational: an unreasonable person.
- unjustly — not just; lacking in justice or fairness: unjust criticism; an unjust ruler.
- too — in addition; also; furthermore; moreover: young, clever, and rich too.
adverb disproportionately
- unduly — excessively: unduly worried.
Antonyms for disproportionately
adv disproportionately
- justly — in a just manner; honestly; fairly: Deal justly with the prisoners.
- moderately — kept or keeping within reasonable or proper limits; not extreme, excessive, or intense: a moderate price.
- fairly — in a fair manner; justly or honestly; impartially.
- honestly — in an honest manner.
- reasonably — agreeable to reason or sound judgment; logical: a reasonable choice for chairman.
adverb disproportionately
- slightly — small in amount, degree, etc.: a slight increase; a slight odor.
- proportionately — proportioned; being in due proportion; proportional.
Top questions with disproportionately
- what does disproportionately mean?
- why is the head disproportionately large during infancy and childhood?
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