Definition
apportionment
noun
- the act of dividing and distributing something in proportional parts
- the distribution of seats in a legislature among electoral districts based on population
Usage: political science
Examples
- The apportionment of funds among the different departments was based on their needs.
- Congress undergoes reapportionment every ten years after the census.
- The fair apportionment of resources requires careful planning.
- The committee discussed the apportionment of blame for the project’s failure.
- Legislative apportionment ensures equal representation for all citizens.
- The apportionment of tasks among team members improved efficiency.