adj
undue
uhn-DYOO
adj
1
More than is reasonable or necessary; excessive.
"The manager put undue pressure on the new intern."
"There's no need for undue alarm — the situation is under control."
2
Not justified or improper.
"The court ruled that the contract was signed under undue influence."
How to Use Undue
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishMore than what is fair or necessary — too much, or not justified.
Common mistake
Don't confuse with "unduly," which is the adverb form (e.g., "unduly harsh" vs. "undue harshness").
Easily confused with
Common pairings
undue pressure
undue influence
undue delay
undue haste
Word Forms
more undue comparative, most undue superlative
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Etymology
From un- ("not") plus due.