proportion (Meaning)
proportion (n)
the quotient obtained when the magnitude of a part is divided by the magnitude of the whole
magnitude or extent
balance among the parts of something
the relation between things (or parts of things) with respect to their comparative quantity, magnitude, or degree
harmonious arrangement or relation of parts or elements within a whole (as in a design)
proportion (v)
give pleasant proportions to
adjust in size relative to other things
Synonyms & Antonyms of proportion
Synonyms:
- lot
- appropriate
- portion
- dispense
- supply
- ration
- part
- measure (out)
- split
- divide
- deal (out)
- assign
- hand out
- share (out)
- allot
- redistribute
- allocate
- dish out
- apportion
- dole out
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proportion Sentence Examples
- The architect carefully calculated the proportion of windows to walls in the design to ensure balanced aesthetics.
- It's important to mix the ingredients in the right proportion to achieve the desired flavor in the recipe.
- The artist meticulously adjusted the proportion of light and shadow to create a sense of depth in the painting.
- The tailor measured the client's body to determine the correct proportion for the custom-made suit.
- In the survey, participants were asked to indicate their age, gender, and income to ensure a representative proportion of respondents.
- The teacher explained the concept of proportion using examples from daily life to help students grasp the mathematical concept.
- The decorator chose furniture that was the right proportion for the small living room, maximizing space without overcrowding.
- It's essential to maintain the right proportion of nutrients in the soil to support healthy plant growth.
- The photographer adjusted the camera settings to capture the scene in the correct proportion, avoiding distortion.
- The city allocated funds for infrastructure development in proportion to the population density of each neighborhood.
FAQs About the word proportion
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lot, appropriate,portion, dispense, supply, ration, part, measure (out), split, divide
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The architect carefully calculated the proportion of windows to walls in the design to ensure balanced aesthetics.
It's important to mix the ingredients in the right proportion to achieve the desired flavor in the recipe.
The artist meticulously adjusted the proportion of light and shadow to create a sense of depth in the painting.
The tailor measured the client's body to determine the correct proportion for the custom-made suit.
