proportionate
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
As the case dragged on and the flak kept coming, Police Scotland's then chief constable Sir Iain Livingstone said their "diligent, thorough and proportionate" criminal inquiry was looking at potential embezzlement.
From BBC • May 25, 2026
Stung by the criticism, Police Scotland said their actions had been "proportionate and necessary".
From BBC • May 25, 2026
This is where smart diplomacy, backed by a credible, proportionate threat of force, sometimes comes in handy.
From Slate • May 18, 2026
The authorisation was granted as long as "these operations are defensive or retaliatory, are necessary and proportionate, and exclusively target military objectives", Montenegro said.
From Barron's • Mar. 4, 2026
This shouldn’t matter, but it does: the sense of shame I feel about an incident is proportionate not just to the gravity of the situation, but also to the number of people who witnessed it.
From "The Girl on the Train" by Paula Hawkins
Vocabulary lists containing proportionate
The Crucible
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Henry David Thoreau "Civil Disobedience" (1849)
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Vocabulary from "John L. O'Sullivan on 'Manifest Destiny' " from 1839
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
