Apportioning (Noun)
Meaning
The act of distributing by allotting or apportioning; distribution according to a plan; "the apportionment of seats in the House of Representatives is based on the relative population of each state".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The committee was responsible for the apportioning of funds to various social programs throughout the community.
- The company's board of directors decided on the apportioning of bonuses based on individual performance and team achievements.
- A major challenge facing the nation was the apportioning of resources between the military and social welfare programs.
- The task force was formed to oversee the apportioning of emergency supplies to areas affected by the natural disaster.
- The state's constitution outlines the process of apportioning electoral votes to ensure fair representation in presidential elections.