proportion meaning and definition

PROPORTION noun

Definition of proportion (noun)

1. the quotient obtained when the magnitude of a part is divided by the magnitude of the whole
2. magnitude or extent
   • "a building of vast proportions"
   • synonyms: dimension
3. balance among the parts of something
   • synonyms: symmetry
   • antonym: disproportion
4. the relation between things (or parts of things) with respect to their comparative quantity, magnitude, or degree
   • "an inordinate proportion of the book is given over to quotations"; "a dry martini has a large proportion of gin"
   • synonyms: ratio
5. harmonious arrangement or relation of parts or elements within a whole (as in a design)
   • "in all perfectly beautiful objects there is found the opposition of one part to another and a reciprocal balance"- John Ruskin
   • synonyms: balance, proportionality

PROPORTION verb

Definition of proportion (verb)

1. give pleasant proportions to
   • "harmonize a building with those surrounding it"
2. adjust in size relative to other things