Meaning & use
prorated
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Calculated or adjusted proportionally based on a specific portion of time, usage, or amount.
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If you cancel mid-month, you'll receive a prorated refund for the unused days.
New employees who start partway through the year receive a prorated bonus.
A note on using this word
Common in billing, insurance, and payroll contexts when a full period isn't used.
Words with a similar meaning
proportional
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