Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
undue
adjective
/ʌnˈdjuː/
Definition
Excessive or unwarranted; inappropriate or not justified.
Examples
- The pressure he felt at work was undue and caused him a great deal of stress.
- She was criticized for the undue attention she garnered from the media.
- They faced undue challenges while trying to establish their business.
Meaning
The term ‘undue’ refers to something that is not warranted, excessive, or beyond what is appropriate or proper in a given situation. It suggests a level of intensity or magnitude that is not suitable or fair.
Synonyms
- excessive
- improper
- unwarranted
- inappropriate
- exorbitant
