apportion meaning
UK US /əˈpɔrʃən/ 3 syllables
apportion (verb): distribute according to a plan or set apart for a special purpose.
apportion has 2 meanings in this dictionary.
apportion as a verb
- distribute according to a plan or set apart for a special purpose
- I am allocating a loaf of bread to everyone on a daily basis
- I'm allocating the rations for the camping trip
Synonyms: allocate
Type of: assign
Kinds: reapportion, ration, award
Related forms: apportionable, apportionment
- give out as one's portion or share
Synonyms: share, divvy up, portion out, deal
Type of: distribute
Related forms: apportionable
How to pronounce apportion
apportion is pronounced /əˈpɔrʃən/ in American English. It has 3 syllables, with the stress on the second syllable.
Words that rhyme with apportion
Scrabble score: 13 (letter breakdown)
Word lists: words starting with AP · words ending in ON · 9-letter words
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