Synonyms for Undue
Definition of undue
- adjective
- not yet payable; "an undue loan"
- not appropriate or proper (or even legal) in the circumstances; "undue influence"; "I didn't want to show undue excitement"; "accused of using undue force"
- lacking justification or authorization; "desire for undue private profit"; "unwarranted limitations of personal freedom"
6 synonyms found
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