Uforholdsvis

Uforholdsvis is a Norwegian adverb that translates to "disproportionately" or "inconsiderably" in English. It describes a situation where something is out of proportion or not in keeping with what is expected or deserved. It can be used to indicate that a consequence is too severe for the action that caused it, or that a certain characteristic is unusually prominent or lacking.

For example, one might say that someone received an uforholdsvis harsh punishment for a minor offense. Conversely, it could be used to describe a situation where a certain aspect is uforholdsvis small, like a company having an uforholdsvis small marketing budget for its size. The word implies a lack of balance or a deviation from what is considered normal or reasonable. It is often used in contexts where fairness, logic, or expected outcomes are being discussed. The specific nuance of "disproportionately" or "inconsiderably" will depend on the context in which the word is used, but the core meaning of being out of proportion remains consistent.