Definition

To distribute something again or in a different way.

Example

The government decided to reapportion the funds to better support education.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you heard about the plan to reapportion the resources in our community?

Yeah, I think it's a good idea to make sure everyone gets their fair share.

Exactly! It’s important to reapportion things so that no one feels left out.

Right, and it could really help improve the overall support for everyone.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Reapportion → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "apportion" (from Old French *apportionner*, meaning to divide or allocate). The word "reapportion" means to divide or allocate again, often referring to redistributing resources or representation.

Memory Tip

Think of doing the action of dividing or allocating again — 're-' means again, and 'apportion' means to divide.

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