PROPORTION
(noun, verb)Definitions
There are 7 meanings of the word
Proportion.
How to pronounce proportion:
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Proportion - as a noun
The quotient obtained when the magnitude of a part is divided by the magnitude of the whole
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
quotient17Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Balance among the parts of something
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
symmetry18Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
disproportion18The relation between things (or parts of things) with respect to their comparative quantity, magnitude, or degree
Example: "An inordinate proportion of the book is given over to quotations"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ratio5Harmonious arrangement or relation of parts or elements within a whole (as in a design)
Example: "In all perfectly beautiful objects there is found the opposition of one part to another and a reciprocal balance"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
balance11proportionality22Example Sentences
"The proportion of students who passed the exam was quite high."
"The proportion of water to juice in the recipe needs to be carefully measured."
"The proportion of men to women in the workforce has been gradually improving."
"We need to find the right proportion of ingredients for the cake recipe."
"The proportion of crime in this area has significantly decreased over the last year."
Word Game Points
Is PROPORTION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, proportion is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PROPORTION has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is PROPORTION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, proportion is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPROPORTION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is PROPORTION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, proportion is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPROPORTION has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.
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