Vocabulary Builder — Essay & Answer Writing
Disproportionate
adjective
/ dis-pruh-POR-shuh-nit /
Easy
Meaning
Too large or too small in comparison with something else; not in proper proportion or balance
Origin / Etymology
Latin dis- (not) + proportio (comparative relation)
Synonyms
Unequal
Excessive
Lopsided
Antonyms
Proportionate
Balanced
Commensurate
Example Sentence
"Southern states contribute disproportionately to India's GDP but face dilution of their parliamentary voice under population-based delimitation."
🎯 UPSC Usage
Frequently used in GS2 (federal balance, representation) and GS1 (regional disparities). Essential in essays on equity, affirmative action, and resource allocation.