Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
in-proportion-to
Phrase
ɪn prəˈpɔrʃən tu
Definition
In a way that corresponds in size, amount, or degree to something else.
Examples
- The bonus was distributed in proportion to the hours worked by each employee.
- As the number of students increased, the resources were allocated in proportion to the demand.
Meaning
This phrase indicates a relationship where one entity changes in relation to another, maintaining a specific ratio between them.
Synonyms
- proportionately
- correspondingly
- commensurately
