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commensurate

Adjective

IPA /kəˈmenʃərət/

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Matching the size, importance or demands of something else in a way that is fair or appropriately balanced.

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commensurate/kəˈmenʃərət/

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A smaller responsibility earns a fair reward
A larger responsibility earns a larger reward

A commensurate reward matches the responsibility or effort involved.

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The reward should be commensurate with the effort you put in.
Applicants can expect a salary commensurate with their experience.

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commensurate — Matching the size, importance or demands of something else in a way that is fair or appropriately balanced.

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Matching the size, importance or demands of something else in a way that is fair or appropriately balanced.

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Word origin

From late Latin commensuratus, combining elements meaning together and measured.

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Commensurate often links pay or reward to experience, effort or responsibility.

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