Synonyms of undue

undue

adjective

ˌən-ˈdü 

as in excessive

going beyond a normal or acceptable limit in degree or amount

try to avoid undue delay responding to e-mails

Synonyms & Similar Words

• excessive
• extreme
• steep
• insane
• extravagant
• inordinate
• infinite
• endless
• lavish
• exorbitant
• intolerable
• immoderate
• unconscionable
• over-the-top
• unbearable
• overweening
• inappropriate
• fancy
• baroque
• plethoric
• unmerciful
• overdue
• overmuch
• devilish
• stiff
• improper
• unwarranted
• towering
• a bit much
• overextravagant
• immeasurable
• boundless
• unjustifiable
• limitless
• unseemly
• unrestrained
• thick

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• reasonable
• moderate
• insufficient
• modest
• inadequate
• minimum
• minimal
• deficient
• middling
• temperate

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of undue

Everything from a fear of the unknown to challenging teacher assignments can lead to stress, undue pressure, and anxiety. — Kimberly Zapata, Parents, 12 July 2026

For his part, Leo doesn’t let Borg’s legacy affect him much, or put undue pressure on his own performance. — Julie Tremaine, PEOPLE, 12 July 2026

But in light of teams like the Celtics citing the second apron as a reason to jettison stars in their prime, NBPA leadership is concerned the CBA has created undue pressure on its members. — Jared Weiss, New York Times, 11 July 2026

The results of the survey will be sent to Congress so that lawmakers charged with overseeing the intelligence community can judge for themselves whether the administration has brought undue influence to bear. — Shane Harris, The Atlantic, 10 July 2026