unduly
Americanadverb
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excessively.
unduly worried.
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in an inappropriate, unjustifiable, or improper manner.
unduly critical.
adverb
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immoderately; excessively
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in contradiction of moral or legal standards
Etymology
Origin of unduly
First recorded in 1350–1400, unduly is from the Middle English word undewely. See undue, -ly
Example Sentences
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At least in the technology sector—which the Berkshire founder has been famously averse to backing—there do appear to be stocks that have been unduly punished by AI and energy worries.
From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026
“Secure ballot envelope identifiers provide a reliable, auditable mechanism to enforce Federal law without unduly burdening or infringing on the rights of eligible voters,” the order reads.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026
Though he had - as he put it - "defended the indefensible" by arguing against the removal of hereditary peers, the earl has accepted his fate and was not "unduly distressed by it".
From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026
All these concerns, the Citi strategist emphasizes, matter to market sentiment, but he also advises against taking an unduly negative interpretation of events.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 2, 2026
But if he cannot, he need not concern himself unduly if he ignores these less serious vices.
From "The Prince" by Niccolò Machiavelli
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