overrepresentation
oh-ver-rep-ri-zen-TAY-shun
Definition
The condition of being present in a group or system in a proportion that is higher than would be expected based on the general population.
Etymology
The word is formed by the prefix 'over-' (meaning excessive or beyond) added to 'representation' (the action of speaking or acting on behalf of someone or the state of being so represented), originating from Middle French and Latin roots.
In the news
The article uses the term to describe the issue of people with behavioral health concerns appearing in the criminal legal system more frequently than they do in the community at large. Addressing this disparity is a key goal of the millage-funded criminal justice reform initiatives.
Mental health millage means help for more people — and a healthier community
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