Definition

1. Verb:
   • To allocate, distribute, or apportion something again or in a new way. It typically refers to the formal redistribution of shares, resources, or political representation based on updated criteria or data.

Usage

• The verb "reapportion" is used when something that was previously divided or allocated is being divided again, often to reflect changes or new information. It is commonly used in formal, administrative, or political contexts.
• It is a transitive verb and is often used in the passive voice (e.g., "seats are reapportioned").

Examples

• Verb:
  • After each decennial census, electoral districts are reapportioned to reflect population shifts.
  • The committee voted to reapportion the research funds based on the new project proposals.
  • Congressional seats are reapportioned on the basis of census data.

Advanced Usage

• "to reapportion among": To redistribute shares or allocations among a specific group.
  • The manager decided to reapportion the tasks among the team members more equitably.

Variants and Related Words

• Reapportionment (n): The act or process of reapportioning something.
  • The reapportionment of legislative seats can significantly impact political power.

Synonyms

• Redistribute: To distribute something again or differently.
• Reallocate: To allocate (resources or duties) again or to a different purpose.
• Reassign: To assign something to a different person or category.

Different Meanings

• This word does not have significantly different meanings. Its core meaning is consistently tied to the act of distributing or allocating again.

Phrasal Verbs

• There are no common phrasal verbs specifically formed with "reapportion."

Idioms

• There are no common idioms specifically using the word "reapportion."

Verb

1. allocate, distribute, or apportion anew
   • Congressional seats are reapportioned on the basis of census data