What does undue mean?
Undue means Excessive; going beyond that what is natural or sufficient..
Undue
/ʌnˈdjuː/ · adjective
Meaning
Excessive; going beyond that what is natural or sufficient..
Definitions by Sense
- Excessive; going beyond that what is natural or sufficient.
- Which ought not to be done; illegal; unjustified.
- (of a payment etc) Not owing or payable.
Example Sentences
To individuals who despise killings in any form, death penalty is undue punishment.
But even if they don’t announce themselves on the cover of the Times business section, groups of millionaires exercise undue influence on every aspect of American life every day.
Synonyms for undue
Antonyms for undue
Related Words
Word Forms
- more undue
- most undue
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for undue?
Common synonyms include immoderate, unrestrained, devilish, excessive.
What is the opposite of undue?
Possible antonyms include due, owed, symptomatically.
How do you use undue in a sentence?
To individuals who despise killings in any form, death penalty is undue punishment.
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