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PROPORTION

Definition:

1. [noun] the quotient obtained when the magnitude of a part is divided by the magnitude of the whole
   Synonyms: ality
   
   
2. [noun] magnitude or extent; "a building of vast proportions"
   Synonyms: dimension
   
   
3. [noun] balance among the parts of something
   Synonyms: symmetry
   
   
4. [noun] 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
   
   
5. [verb] give pleasant proportions to; "harmonize a building with those surrounding it"
   
   
6. [verb] adjust in size relative to other things
   
   

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• percentage, percent, per centum, pct
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