as in unequal
having or showing a difference that is not fair, reasonable, or expected; too large or too small in relation to something
He believes that middle-class people bear a disproportionate share of the tax burden. A disproportionate number of the students are poor.
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Recent Examples of disproportionate
Rice said for the holiday, the 82-unit chain sells a disproportionate amount of apparel, particularly polos.
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Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
22 June 2026
Therefore, those in less-populous states have a disproportionate say in the presidential election.
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Marlow Stern,
Variety,
22 June 2026
In her post, SZA highlighted a disproportionate reliance on the creative output of Black artists by those utilizing generative AI models.
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Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
22 June 2026
Together, Ukraine’s tactical, operational, and strategic drone campaigns represent one of the most important military innovations of the conflict and offer a model for how smaller states can impose disproportionate costs on larger adversaries.
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Hunter Lacroix,
Baltimore Sun,
20 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for disproportionate
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
22 June 2026
Therefore, those in less-populous states have a disproportionate say in the presidential election.
—
Marlow Stern,
Variety,
22 June 2026
In her post, SZA highlighted a disproportionate reliance on the creative output of Black artists by those utilizing generative AI models.
—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
22 June 2026
Together, Ukraine’s tactical, operational, and strategic drone campaigns represent one of the most important military innovations of the conflict and offer a model for how smaller states can impose disproportionate costs on larger adversaries.
—
Hunter Lacroix,
Baltimore Sun,
20 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for disproportionate
Recent Examples of Synonyms for disproportionate
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Such claims – though widely debunked – have long found support in communities on the margins of one of the world’s most unequal societies, where unemployment and poverty are rife.
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But cartels and dissident groups still control pockets of the country, cocaine exports are at an all-time high and Colombia remains one of the world's most economically unequal countries.
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The market sees diverse approaches from infrastructure, authorization, and security vendors, alongside consolidation through acquisitions and open-source initiatives.
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The Adayar Eco Park, a green lung that hugs an estuary, is nearby and worth a visit for its diverse flora and fauna.
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Tabby coated cats have a distinctive 'M'-shaped mark on their foreheads.
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The restaurants are also rated highly for their traditional chile relleno and for the distinctive fish or shrimp tacos with chipotle sauce and mango pico de gallo.
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Honda's vehicles feature a distinct design language and identity that evolves without deviating from the brand's ethos.
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Each of them hold their own distinct style and personality, with something for everyone, not just in the glass, but in the atmosphere.
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Aabria walks the best line here, keeping her lies small, manageable, and heavily mixed with the truth, and getting the jury on her side most consistently.
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The two nations have given mixed messages on tolls and routes through the vital waterway.
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Everyone will be out celebrating America's 250th birthday, and there are several places to ring in the Fourth of July.
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Commissioners quickly added several amendments to the ordinance shortly before the vote.
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“Disproportionate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disproportionate. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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