After the disproportionate reaction in his political backyard and beyond, he could be forgiven for regretting it.

Both statements may be technically correct but in the febrile atmosphere of a pandemic they can create a completely disproportionate reaction.

Kitty's intense fear of loud noises results in this disproportionate reaction.

I developed an unhealthy work ethic and had disproportionate reactions to small failures (eg not going to the gym).