proportions (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /prəˈpɔːrʃənz/

Definition

The correct or desirable relationship between the size, shape, or amount of different parts of a whole.

Examples

• The room felt uncomfortable because the furniture was completely out of proportion to the space.

• You must maintain the right proportions of flour and water to get the perfect dough consistency.

• The artist captured the human form with such accurate proportions that the sculpture looked incredibly lifelike.

How to Use proportions

out of proportion (idiom)

too large or too small compared to something else — "The reaction to the minor error was completely out of proportion."

in proportion to (prepositional phrase)

relative to the size or amount of something else — "The reward should be in proportion to the effort made."

Synonyms of proportions

Words with a similar meaning to proportions:

• size
• ratio
• balance
• dimensions

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