1. too large or too small in comparison with something else; not in proper proportion

Examples

• The punishment seemed disproportionate to the crime.
• She received a disproportionate share of the blame.
• The company’s profits are disproportionate to the work involved.
• His reaction was completely disproportionate to what happened.
• The small town has a disproportionate number of restaurants.
• The cost of housing is disproportionate to average incomes.
• Her influence on the project was disproportionate to her role.