out of proportion

Prepositional phrase

 * 1)  Not in a proper or pleasing relation to other things, especially in terms of size.
 * I only said that she wasn't as young as she used to be, and her response was out of proportion.

Usage notes

 * Generally used to describe something that is far too large or severe, such as a punishment or an angry reaction.

Translations

 * Finnish:, suhteeton
 * French: hors de proportion,