Apportionate

/əˈpɔrʃənət/ verb

Definition

To divide and distribute something in a fair way; to apportion.

Etymology

From apportionate (adj.) meaning proportionate, used as a verb. Related to proportion and apportion; this is a less common variant emphasizing the proportional aspect of distribution.

Kelly Says

Apportionate emphasizes fairness and proportion—not just dividing something, but dividing it in the right amounts so everyone gets what they deserve. It's a more thoughtful version of 'split up.'

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