commensurate

[kuh-men-ser-it, -sher-]

commensurate Definition

• 1. corresponding in size or degree; in proportion
• 2. adequate; proportionate

Using commensurate: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "commensurate" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The salary will be commensurate with experience.

• Example

  The punishment should be commensurate with the crime.

• Example

  The amount of work required is commensurate with the pay.

commensurate Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for commensurate

• proportional
• corresponding
• commensurable
• equal
• adequate

Antonyms for commensurate

• disproportionate
• inadequate
• unreasonable

Phrases with commensurate

• commensurate with

  in proportion to something else

  Example

  The reward should be commensurate with the effort.

• commensurate increase

  an increase that is proportional to something else

  Example

  The company announced a commensurate increase in salaries for all employees.

• commensurate reduction

  a reduction that is proportional to something else

  Example

  The budget cuts will result in a commensurate reduction in services.

Origins of commensurate

from Late Latin 'commensuratus', past participle of 'commensurare', meaning 'to measure together'

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Summary: commensurate in Brief

The term 'commensurate' [kuh-men-ser-it, -sher-] refers to something that corresponds in size or degree, or is in proportion. It can also mean adequate or proportionate. Examples include 'The salary will be commensurate with experience.' and 'The punishment should be commensurate with the crime.' Phrases like 'commensurate with' denote proportionality, as in 'The reward should be commensurate with the effort.'