Unduly
6 lettersadverbmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
To an excessive or unwarranted degree, going beyond what is appropriate.
“She was unduly harsh in her criticism of the student's first attempt.”
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un·du·ly
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Ends in LY which is a very common adverb pattern, the DU consonant combination is less common
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Worth 10 points, the Y tile adds value and the LY ending offers useful hook positions
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