Definitions
- Referring to something that is not appropriate or deserved. - Describing something that is excessive or unwarranted. - Talking about something that is not justified or reasonable.
- Referring to something that is more than necessary or reasonable. - Describing something that is too much or beyond what is normal or expected. - Talking about something that is extreme or over the top.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something that is beyond what is appropriate or reasonable.
- 2Both words have negative connotations.
- 3Both words can be used to describe actions, behaviors, or situations.
- 4Both words imply a lack of balance or moderation.
What is the difference?
- 1Scope: Undue refers to something that is not deserved or justified, while excessive refers to something that is too much or beyond what is necessary.
- 2Intensity: Excessive implies a higher degree of intensity or extremity than undue.
- 3Subjectivity: Undue is more subjective and dependent on personal opinion, while excessive is more objective and measurable.
- 4Usage: Undue is less common than excessive in everyday language.
- 5Context: Undue is often used in legal or formal contexts, while excessive is more versatile and can be used in various contexts.
Remember this!
While undue and excessive both describe something that is beyond what is appropriate or reasonable, they differ in scope, intensity, subjectivity, usage, and context. Undue refers to something that is not deserved or justified, while excessive refers to something that is too much or beyond what is necessary. Excessive implies a higher degree of intensity or extremity than undue. Undue is less common than excessive in everyday language and is often used in legal or formal contexts, while excessive is more versatile and can be used in various contexts.
