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disproportionately
[ dis-pruh-pawr-shuh-nit-lee ]
adverb
- in a way that is out of proper relation with something else in size, number, importance, etc.:
We often allow the minor inconveniences of life—such as traffic jams or technology breakdowns—to disproportionately impact our happiness.
Word History and Origins
Origin of disproportionately1
Example Sentences
Some argue the levy disproportionately affects lower-income families and does little to tackle obesity.
In a report published on Monday, Dame Rachel said the technology was disproportionately targeting girls and young women with many bespoke apps appearing to work only on female bodies.
Lack of access to such key aspects of care disproportionately affects underserved communities, making Covered California’s effort one of health equity as well.
Nandy also said she had been "very concerned" about the way the fee had been enforced in the past as it had been found to disproportionately target women.
"Some the increased bills for salons are just unbelievable," she said, adding that women were disproportionately impacted by the changes.
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