Definitions

in proportion

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commensurable adj.
comparative adj.
proportionate adj.
proportionate/proportional adj.
symmetric adj.
symmetrical adj.
pro rata adv.

ADJECTIVE

commensurable

Synonyms

WEAK

appropriate commensurate comparable consistent fitting proportionate suitable

ADJECTIVE

comparative

Synonyms

STRONGEST

provisional

STRONG

approaching contingent correlative equivalent like parallel relative

WEAK

allusive analogous by comparison comparable conditional connected contrastive corresponding matching metaphorical near not absolute not positive qualified related restricted rivaling similar vying with reservation

Antonyms

STRONG

different dissimilar separate unequal unlike

ADJECTIVE

proportionate

Synonyms

STRONGEST

commensurate comparable corresponding equitable proportional reciprocal

WEAK

commensurable comparative compatible consistent contingent correlative correspondent dependent equal equivalent even just relative symmetrical uniform

Antonyms

STRONGEST

disproportionate dissimilar unlike

ADJECTIVE

proportionate/proportional

Synonyms

WEAK

commensurable commensurate comparable comparative compatible consistent contingent correlative correspondent corresponding dependent equal equitable equivalent even just reciprocal relative symmetrical uniform

Antonyms

WEAK

disproportionate imbalanced irrelevant

ADJECTIVE

symmetric

Synonyms

WEAK

balanced commensurable commensurate equal proportional proportionate regular shapely well-formed

ADJECTIVE

symmetrical

Synonyms

WEAK

balanced commensurable commensurate equal proportional regular shapely well-formed

Antonyms

WEAK

asymmetrical different disproportioned irregular uneven unsymmetrical

ADVERB

pro rata

Synonyms

WEAK

according to the calculated share ad valorem correlatively proportionately prorate prorated respectively

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in proportion

During this time, the number of vessels the US allows through Iranian ports will be in proportion to the traffic being restored by Iran in the Strait of Hormuz.

From BBC ● Jun. 17, 2026

The US will in return lift its naval blockade on Iran's ports, but only in proportion to how much commercial shipping is restored, it said.

From Barron's ● May 28, 2026

A $30,000 contribution, while not insignificant, is relatively small in proportion to the overall asset.

From MarketWatch ● Feb. 8, 2026

Officers are trained to not stand in front of or reach into moving vehicles, to never pull their firearms unless it is absolutely necessary, and to use force only in proportion to a corresponding threat.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 28, 2026

In fact, in proportion to its available area of farmland, Japan is the most densely populated major society in the world.

From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond

in proportion

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