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proportion

[prəˈpɔːʃən]

proportion Definition

  • 1a part or share of a whole
  • 2the relationship in size, amount, or degree between different things

Using proportion: Examples

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

  • Example

    The proportion of men to women in the class is roughly equal.

  • Example

    The proportion of sugar to flour in the recipe is 1:3.

  • Example

    The proportion of people who voted in the election was very high.

proportion Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for proportion

Antonyms for proportion

Phrases with proportion

  • not in the correct or expected relation to something else

    Example

    The media coverage of the incident was completely out of proportion to its actual importance.

  • in the correct or expected relation to something else

    Example

    The amount of time spent on each task should be in proportion to its importance.

  • an electoral system in which parties gain seats in proportion to the number of votes cast for them

    Example

    Many countries use proportional representation to ensure that all political parties are represented in government.

Origins of proportion

from Latin 'proportio', meaning 'comparative relation'

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Summary: proportion in Brief

The term 'proportion' [prəˈpɔːʃən] refers to a part or share of a whole, or the relationship in size, amount, or degree between different things. It can be used to describe ratios, percentages, and fractions, as well as the correct or expected relation between things. Examples include 'The proportion of sugar to flour in the recipe is 1:3.' and 'The amount of time spent on each task should be in proportion to its importance.'

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