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Definition of undeservingly

undeservingly

/ˌʌndɪˈzɝːvɪŋli/
un · de · serv · ing · ly
Adjective:undeserving
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• adverb

1

In a manner that is not warranted by one's qualities, actions, or merit; without being worthy of the reward, praise, or treatment received.

Example

"The junior executive was undeservingly promoted over several more experienced and qualified colleagues."

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Word Nuance & Usage

'Undeservingly' focuses on the subject's lack of merit or worthiness (e.g., 'He undeservingly won the prize'), whereas 'undeservedly' focuses more broadly on the action or outcome itself being unwarranted (e.g., 'The film was undeservedly panned by critics').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Undeservingly. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/undeservingly
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