The Opposite(Antonym) of “proportioned”
The antonyms of proportioned are disproportionate and unbalanced. These words describe things that are not in the right proportion or balance.
Explore all Antonyms of “proportioned”
Definitions and Examples of disproportionate, unbalanced
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Out of proportion; too large or too small in comparison to something else.
Example
The punishment was disproportionate to the crime, and many people felt it was too harsh.
Not evenly distributed or proportioned; lacking balance or stability.
Example
The table was unbalanced and wobbled whenever someone put something on it.
Key Differences: disproportionate vs unbalanced
- 1Disproportionate refers to something that is too large or too small in comparison to something else.
- 2Unbalanced refers to something that lacks balance or stability and is not evenly distributed or proportioned.
Effective Usage of disproportionate, unbalanced
- 1Mathematics: Use disproportionate to describe ratios or percentages that are not in the correct proportion.
- 2Design: Use unbalanced to describe objects or structures that lack symmetry or stability.
- 3Politics: Use disproportionate to describe policies or actions that are seen as unfair or unjust.
Remember this!
The antonyms of proportioned are disproportionate and unbalanced. Use disproportionate to describe ratios or percentages that are not in the correct proportion, and unbalanced to describe objects or structures that lack symmetry or stability. In politics, disproportionate can be used to describe policies or actions that are seen as unfair or unjust.