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
The late pontiff made connections between climate change and its disproportionate impact on the developing world.
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Solcyré Burga, Time, 8 May 2025
Apple wrote the song after witnessing the impact—and the disproportionate impact on Black women—of a cash-bail system that jails mothers who can’t afford bail without trial, separating them from their dependents.
—Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 7 May 2025
Whether through policy changes, expanded forgiveness programs, or better repayment options, addressing the disproportionate impact of student debt on Black women remains an essential component of any meaningful solution to America’s $1.6 trillion student loan problem.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 7 May 2025
Con Ed’s unjust taxes and profits are particularly hard on low- and middle-income households, for whom utilities account for a disproportionate share of monthly income.
—Mark Ellis, New York Daily News, 5 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for disproportionate
Solcyré Burga, Time, 8 May 2025
Apple wrote the song after witnessing the impact—and the disproportionate impact on Black women—of a cash-bail system that jails mothers who can’t afford bail without trial, separating them from their dependents.
—Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 7 May 2025
Whether through policy changes, expanded forgiveness programs, or better repayment options, addressing the disproportionate impact of student debt on Black women remains an essential component of any meaningful solution to America’s $1.6 trillion student loan problem.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 7 May 2025
Con Ed’s unjust taxes and profits are particularly hard on low- and middle-income households, for whom utilities account for a disproportionate share of monthly income.
—Mark Ellis, New York Daily News, 5 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for disproportionate
Recent Examples of Synonyms for disproportionate
Adjective
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Power dynamics in abusive relationships are unequal and attempting to resolve issues through conversation can often provoke further conflict, especially when one partner uses communication as a means to control or manipulate the other.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
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According to the World Bank, South Africa remains the world's most unequal country.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
12 May 2025
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Her book, Perfect Day Chicago, which highlights the Windy City’s diverse neighborhoods, was just published.—
Wendy Altschuler,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2025
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From the nightlife of Hartford to the quiet beaches of Madison and Old Lyme, Connecticut offers LGBTQ+ travelers diverse experiences in an accepting environment.—
Joshua Alston,
USA Today,
24 May 2025
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Côme is not alone among Réunion’s producers in striving to find—and sell—vanilla’s distinctive if as yet unrecognized qualities.—
Jay Cheshes,
Smithsonian Magazine,
20 May 2025
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Another series of sweeps beginning around 8,000 years ago gave Eurasians their distinctive pale complexion.—
Kermit Pattison,
Scientific American,
20 May 2025
Adjective
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One of the most effective ways to do this is by specializing in client segments with distinct financial needs, values, and life experiences.—
Jason Katz,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2025
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The timber and the distinct design spoke of finality.—
Tammy Ljungblad,
Kansas City Star,
17 May 2025
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Today, disruption is ongoing thanks to factors like economic indicators sending mixed signals, technological developments creating both threat and opportunity, and social patterns undergoing rapid evolution.—
John Pierce,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
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The Trump administration's appeal to the Supreme Court comes after mixed results for the White House from the country's highest court.—
Dan Gooding
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 May 2025
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How often inmate escapes occur is dependent on several factors, Bryce Peterson, a senior research scientist at The Center for Justice Research and Innovation, told CBS News.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
18 May 2025
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Fans shared several videos of Pascal’s antics at the famed festival, where the actor could be seen laughing and playfighting with Phoenix, 50, smiling with Stone, 36, and — as per usual — being the life of the party.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
17 May 2025
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“Disproportionate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disproportionate. Accessed 30 May. 2025.
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