unduly

adverb

un·​du·​ly ˌən-ˈdü-lē How to pronounce unduly (audio)
-ˈdyü-
: in an undue manner : excessively
an unduly harsh punishment
unduly sensitive

Examples of unduly in a Sentence

taxes that unduly burden homeowners The punishment was unduly harsh.
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Good tax policy is simple and transparent and raises revenue for core government functions without unduly discouraging work and investment. Adam A. Millsap, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024 But this overly sentimental, unduly earnest journey based on Richard McGuire's graphic novel is more gimmick than substance, one overflowing with moments and characters that proves ultimately unfulfilling. Brian Truitt, USA TODAY, 31 Oct. 2024 Anti-exploitation groups have long called for the terms of the scheme to be changed to allow workers more flexibility to change employer, ensure costs are not unduly placed on the workers themselves, and provide them more avenues to raise concerns. Frey Lindsay, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024 Good fiscal policy raises the revenue needed to support core government functions without unduly discouraging work and investment. Adam A. Millsap, Forbes, 17 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for unduly 

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of unduly was in the 14th century

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“Unduly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unduly. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

unduly

adverb
un·​du·​ly ˌən-ˈd(y)ü-lē How to pronounce unduly (audio)
ˈən-
: in an undue manner
especially : excessively
unduly upset

Legal Definition

unduly

adverb
un·​du·​ly ˌən-ˈdü-lē, -ˈdyü- How to pronounce unduly (audio)
: in an undue manner : to an excessive degree
unduly influenced the testator
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