The Opposite(Antonym) of “unduly”
The antonym of unduly is reasonably, justifiably, and appropriately. The antonyms reasonably, justifiably, and appropriately convey a sense of fairness, appropriateness, or justification.
Explore all Antonyms of “unduly”
Definitions and Examples of reasonably, justifiably, appropriately
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
In a fair and sensible manner; to an extent that is not excessive or extreme.
Example
The company offered him a reasonably good salary package.
In a manner that is based on sound reasoning or evidence; in a way that can be defended or explained.
Example
He was justifiably angry when he found out that his car had been stolen.
In a manner that is suitable or fitting for a particular situation or purpose.
Example
She dressed appropriately for the job interview.
Key Differences: reasonably vs justifiably vs appropriately
- 1Reasonably suggests a fair and sensible approach that is not excessive or extreme.
- 2Justifiably implies that there is a sound reasoning or evidence behind a decision or action.
- 3Appropriately indicates that something is suitable or fitting for a particular situation or purpose.
Effective Usage of reasonably, justifiably, appropriately
- 1Express Fairness: Use reasonably to convey a sense of fairness and sensibility.
- 2Defend Actions: Use justifiably to explain or defend a decision or action.
- 3Indicate Suitability: Use appropriately to describe something that is suitable or fitting for a particular situation or purpose.
Remember this!
The antonyms have distinct nuances: Reasonably conveys a sense of fairness and sensibility, justifiably implies sound reasoning or evidence, and appropriately indicates suitability. Use these words to express fairness, defend actions, and indicate suitability in various contexts.
