Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
malapportioned
adjective
/ˌmæl.ə.pɔːrˈʃoʊnd/
Definition
Inappropriately allocated or distributed, especially in an unfair or unbalanced manner.
Examples
- The malapportioned funds left some departments under-resourced.
- Many felt that the malapportioned seats in the assembly were detrimental to fair representation.
- His malapportioned workload caused him significant stress.
Meaning
When resources or responsibilities are not divided correctly, leading to inequity.
Synonyms
- Unequally distributed
- Inappropriately allocated
- Unbalanced
