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proportional

[pruh-pawr-shuh-nl] / prəˈpɔr ʃə nl /
ADJECTIVE
proportionate
Synonyms
STRONGEST
comparable corresponding
STRONG
comparative equal equivalent relative
WEAK
harmonious
Antonyms
STRONGEST
dissimilar unlike
STRONG
different disproportionate unequal
ADJECTIVE
equivalent
Synonyms
STRONGEST
commensurate corresponding reciprocal
STRONG
comparative correlative equal even relative
WEAK
symmetrical
Antonyms
STRONG
biased different disproportionate unequal unfair unlike

Example Sentences

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A second principle that limits when deadly force can legally be used is proportionality: Shooting someone is only justified when it is a proportional response to the perceived threat.

From Slate • Mar. 27, 2026

Each region elects seven members using a form of proportional representation.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

The old constituencies and regions are being replaced with 16 new constituencies that will each elect six members using a system of proportional representation.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

Then there’s Sen. Cory Booker of New Jersey’s proposal, which would let a married couple deduct the first $75,000 of income, with a proportional cut for individuals.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 12, 2026

After Barack’s victory in Iowa, my message on the campaign trail grew only more impassioned, almost proportional to the size of the crowds that were turning out at rallies.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama