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(pro-por-tion-ate) 4 syllables

Definition

adjective. appropriate in size or amount compared to something else.

Example Sentence

The punishment was proportionate to the crime.

More Example Sentences

Each child received a proportionate amount of candy.

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Rhymes

  • extortionate
  • proportionate

  • disproportionate
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