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proportionate

adjective

/prəˈpɔːrʃənət/

Meaning

Corresponding in size, degree, or intensity; balanced in relation.

The punishment should be proportionate to the crime.

proportionate response

balanced, commensurate, equivalent, corresponding, relative

disproportionate, unequal, excessive

proportionate share, proportionate increase, proportionate response, proportionate representation

happening quickly or in a short time

showing selfless concern for the well-being of others; unselfish

willing to comply with orders or instructions; submissive

able to be extended; capable of expansion.

Not depending on another for livelihood or subsistence; free from outside control; not subject to an...

happening again and again, repeatedly