Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
misproportion
verb
/ˌmɪsprəˈpɔːrʃən/
Definition
To give a disproportionately low or high size or amount to something.
Examples
- He misproportion his efforts by spending too much time on minor details.
- The artist’s painting was criticized for misproportioned figures that distorted reality.
- In the recipe, misproportion of ingredients can lead to a failed dish.
Meaning
Misproportion refers to an imbalance in size, quantity, or proportion between different elements, leading to a lack of harmony or appropriateness.
Synonyms
- disproportion
- misalign
- misallocate
