disproportion (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌdɪsprəˈpɔːrʃən/

Definition

A lack of balance or symmetry between two or more things in size, quantity, or degree.

Examples

• The disproportion between the team's high budget and their poor performance frustrated the fans.

• There is a clear disproportion in the distribution of resources between the two departments.

• The building's narrow base creates a sense of disproportion that makes it seem unstable.

Synonyms of disproportion

Words with a similar meaning to disproportion:

• imbalance
• inequality
• asymmetry
• disparity

Antonyms of disproportion

Words with the opposite meaning to disproportion:

• balance
• proportion

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