proportionate

• 指在大小、数量或程度上与某事物相称、合适，强调两者之间保持平衡或对应关系。

Describes something that is appropriate in size, amount, or degree relative to something else.

1. Corresponding in size or amountB2formal

   Having a correct or appropriate relationship in size, amount, or degree relative to something else.

   成比例的

   • The punishment should be proportionate to the crime.
   • Her salary is proportionate to her experience and skills.
   • The increase in costs was proportionate to the rise in demand.

   同义词balancedcommensurateconsistentcorrespondingequivalentmatchingproportional

   反义词disproportionateincommensurateinconsistentunequal

2. Balanced or harmoniousB2formal

   Exhibiting a balanced and harmonious relationship between different parts or elements.

   相称的

   • The architect designed a building with proportionate windows and doors.
   • A proportionate distribution of resources ensures fairness.
   • The painting's composition is well-proportioned and pleasing to the eye.

   同义词balancedcommensurateconsistentharmonioussymmetrical

   反义词disproportionateimbalancedincommensuratelopsidedunequal

3. Equivalent in degree or magnitudeC1formal

   Showing equivalence or correspondence in degree, magnitude, or effect between different entities.

   成比例的

   • The benefits of the new policy are proportionate to the investment made.
   • The risk is proportionate to the potential reward.
   • The level of detail in the report is proportionate to its importance.

   同义词commensuratecomparablecorrespondingequivalentmatchingparallelproportional

   反义词asymmetricdisproportionateincommensurateunequal