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apportion Synonyms

Another word for apportion

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• verb (Context 1)

To divide and allocate (something, such as resources, duties, blame, or legislative seats) according to a plan or proportional rule.

Usage Example

"The committee will allocate the annual grant money among the regional arts programs based on community need."

Strongest
allocate
allot
distribute
Strong
parcel out
mete out
assign
divvy up
dispense
dole out
ration

Opposites of apportion

The opposite of apportion shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

monopolize
withhold
hoard
consolidate
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• Nearby Words

appointee
appointer
appointment
apportion
apportionment
appositive
appraisal

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Apportion. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/apportion
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