Definition

To make something larger than what is normal or suitable, often resulting in an imbalance.

Example

The artist tended to overproportion the figures in his paintings, making them look exaggerated.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I think social media sometimes overproportion issues that aren’t really that big.

Totally! It makes everything seem more dramatic than it actually is.

Right? People react so strongly to things that are blown out of proportion.

Exactly, it can be exhausting to keep up with all that negativity.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Overproportion → It is formed from "over-" (meaning excessively) and "proportion" (from Latin "proportio", meaning a ratio or relation). The word "overproportion" means an excessive or disproportionate relationship between elements.

Memory Tip

Think of something being 'excessive' ('over-') in its 'ratio' or 'relation' ('proportion') — that's why overproportion refers to an excessive relationship.

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