overrepresented

[US]/[ˌoʊvərˈreprɪzɛntɪd]/
[UK]/[ˌoʊvərˈreprɪzɛntɪd]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj.Existing in greater proportion than is expected or considered normal.; Having a disproportionately large influence or presence.
v.(be) Represented to a greater extent than is expected or considered normal.

Phrases & Collocations

overrepresented groups

are overrepresented

overrepresentation exists

overrepresented populations

being overrepresented

overrepresented in data

overrepresented historically

overrepresented significantly

overrepresented minorities

overrepresented samples

Example Sentences

certain demographics are often overrepresented in the criminal justice system.

women are overrepresented in nursing and other caring professions.

students from low-income backgrounds are overrepresented in remedial classes.

minority groups are frequently overrepresented in prison populations.

individuals with disabilities are overrepresented in unemployment statistics.

young people are overrepresented in traffic accident fatalities.

the data showed that older adults were overrepresented in hospital admissions.

historically, men have been overrepresented in leadership roles in business.

the study found that rural communities were overrepresented in agricultural accidents.

people with a history of mental health issues are overrepresented in homelessness.

the survey revealed that white employees were overrepresented in senior management.

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