Meaning of the word "out of proportion" in English
What does "out of proportion" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
out of proportion
US /aʊt əv prəˈpɔːrʃən/
UK /aʊt əv prəˈpɔːʃən/
Idiom
larger, more serious, or more important than it should be in relation to other things
Example:
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His reaction to the small mistake was completely out of proportion.
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The media coverage of the event was totally out of proportion.