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commensurate

Meaning

Being in correct relation or proportion to something else.

Examples by difficulty

Basic: Simple, everyday vocabulary — the easiest to read.

After working long hours all week, Maria hoped her paycheck would be commensurate with her effort. When she opened the envelope and saw her payment was small, she felt disappointed, because the amount was not commensurate with how much work she had done at all.

She poured her heart into the project, working late nights and weekends. When the boss saw the results, he was impressed, and the raise he offered was a commensurate reward for her incredible effort.

After years of hard work, Sarah finally landed her dream job. Her salary was commensurate with her skills and experience, reflecting the value she brought to the company. She felt proud knowing her compensation matched her professional growth and dedication.

When Jeff won a pie-eating contest, he expected a prize commensurate with the mountain of dessert he devoured. Instead, he received a tiny sticker of a pie. His disappointment was enormous, but sadly, his prize was only a crumb, not matching the size of his stomachache.

My dog's appetite is truly something to behold. He scarfed down a whole pizza, and his tummy size became commensurate with a blimp. I think I'll buy him a kiddie pool next, just to see if he can fit it all in there.

Normal: Standard, everyday language.

The amount of work you put in should be commensurate with the results you expect to achieve. In other words, the effort you invest should be proportional to the outcome you desire.

The salary offered was not commensurate with the candidate's experience and qualifications. They had expected a higher pay scale that would reflect their years of expertise in the field.

The shadows stretched across the room, their length commensurate with the terror that filled the air. As the clock struck midnight, a deafening silence descended, broken only by the sound of footsteps creeping closer. The darkness seemed to grow, its depth expanding in proportion to the fear that consumed the room. Suddenly, a figure emerged from the shadows, its eyes gleaming with malevolence. Its presence loomed large, commensurate with the sense of dread that hung in the air. And as it drew closer, the true horror of the situation became painfully clear.

They found him in the desolate wasteland, a grotesque effigy of a man. His flesh, once vibrant, now hung in tatters, commensurate with the torment his soul must have endured. Each vestige of humanity stripped away, leaving behind a horrific reminder of the darkness that dwelled within.

In the land of Etherea, the power of magic was commensurate with one's connection to the ancient elements. The more attuned a wizard was to the earth, air, fire, and water, the greater their abilities. A young apprentice named Elara struggled to control her powers, feeling the weight of her inadequate training. But as she delved deeper into her studies, she began to understand the commensurate relationship between her dedication and her magical prowess. With each passing day, her skills grew in proportion to her efforts, until she finally unlocked the true potential within her.

Advanced: Richer vocabulary that stretches an upper-level reader.

Andrea worked long hours in the hospital, hoping for a salary commensurate with her efforts. When her paycheck finally reflected the long nights and extra responsibilities, she felt both relief and satisfaction. Recognition that matches your work feels important, even if money is not everything.

After years of dedicated study and countless late nights, his promotion felt entirely commensurate with his tireless effort. The raise and expanded responsibilities were a fitting reward, a clear reflection of the immense growth he’d achieved.

Her promotion came with a salary increase commensurate with her expanded responsibilities. She now managed three teams and handled critical client relationships, which justified the substantial boost in her compensation. The new role demanded more expertise and time, and her paycheck reflected that increased commitment.

Martin’s appetite was rarely commensurate with his dinner plate; he’d order a mountain of spaghetti suitable for a sumo wrestler, then surrender after three forkfuls, bemoaning his “delicate constitution.” His leftovers alone could feed a small but enthusiastic marching band.

Sir Reginald's gout flared up with such alarming vivacity, his grumbles were commensurate with the swelling in his left foot. He declared his pain to be proportionate to a volcanic eruption, demanding a constant supply of sherry, a treatment he believed was entirely appropriate for such a monumental affliction.

Challenging: Rare, high-register vocabulary for serious word lovers.

Julia put in hours of meticulous work on the project and hoped for recognition commensurate with her effort. When her supervisor gave only a fleeting acknowledgment, the lack of proportional reward stung, making the long evenings and careful planning suddenly feel inconsequential.

After years of diligent effort and numerous sacrifices, Maya’s eventual promotion felt entirely commensurate with her arduous journey. The salary increase and elevated responsibilities were a perfect match for the dedication she had evinced throughout her tenure, finally validating her unwavering commitment.

His promotion came with a salary increase commensurate with his expanded responsibilities. He now managed three departments and felt the weight of leadership matching his newfound authority, knowing his compensation reflected the true scope of his professional growth.

Despite Harold’s grandiloquent boasts about his culinary prowess, the actual size of his soufflé was hardly commensurate with his ego; the tiny, deflated puff looked more suitable for a tenebrous mouse picnic than the lavish banquet he’d promised, rendering his flamboyant apron tragically superfluous.

The emperor's demand for a feast commensurate with his prodigious girth meant the kitchen staff had to procure an *inordinate* amount of groaning platters. They procured *unfathomable* quantities of spiced boar and ambrosial fruits, a caloric undertaking *proportionate* to his insatiable appetite for gluttony.

Difficulty

Normal — Everyday words worth reinforcing.

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