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disproportion

 

[ ˌdɪs.prəˈpɔː.ʃən ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

injustice

A lack of proportion or equality in size, quantity, or degree; inequality; imbalance.

Synonyms

discrepancy, disparity, imbalance, inequality

Examples of usage

  • The disproportions in wealth distribution are becoming more and more evident.
  • The disproportions in power among different social classes lead to conflicts.
  • The disproportions in educational opportunities result in a lack of social mobility.
Context #2 | Noun

architecture

A lack of symmetry or proper relation in the parts of a whole; lack of proportion in the design of a building.

Synonyms

asymmetry, lack of harmony, unevenness

Examples of usage

  • The disproportions in the building's facade made it look awkward.
  • The disproportions in the dimensions of the rooms affected the overall aesthetics of the house.

Translations

Translations of the word "disproportion" in other languages:

🇵🇹 desproporção

🇮🇳 असमानता

🇩🇪 Unverhältnismäßigkeit

🇮🇩 ketidakseimbangan

🇺🇦 диспропорція

🇵🇱 dysproporcja

🇯🇵 不均衡 (ふきんこう)

🇫🇷 disproportion

🇪🇸 desproporción

🇹🇷 orantısızlık

🇰🇷 불균형 (bulgyunhyeong)

🇸🇦 عدم التناسب

🇨🇿 nepoměr

🇸🇰 nepomer

🇨🇳 不成比例 (bù chéng bǐlì)

🇸🇮 nesorazmerje

🇮🇸 ósamræmi

🇰🇿 үйлеспеушілік

🇬🇪 პროპორციის დარღვევა

🇦🇿 uyğunsuzluq

🇲🇽 desproporción

Word origin

The word 'disproportion' originated in the late 16th century from the Latin word 'disproportio', which means lack of proportion. The concept of disproportion has been present throughout history, especially in discussions of social justice, architectural design, and mathematical relationships. Understanding and addressing disproportions in various aspects of life have been essential for achieving balance and equality.

See also: disproportionally, disproportionate, disproportionately, proportional, proportionally, proportionate, proportionately, proportions.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,242, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.