DISPROPORTIONAL

disproportional, disproportionate

(adjective) out of proportion

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Adjective

disproportional (comparative more disproportional, superlative most disproportional)

disproportionate

Source: Wiktionary


Dis`pro*por"tion*al, a.

Definition: Not having due proportion to something else; not having proportion or symmetry of parts; unsuitable in form, quantity or value; inadequate; unequal; as, a disproportional limb constitutes deformity in the body; the studies of youth should not be disproportional to their understanding.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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