unconditionally

American  

[uhn-kuhn-di-shuh-nuh-lee] / ˌʌn kənˈdɪ ʃə nə li /

adverb

1. in a way that is not limited by requirements or conditions; absolutely.

   Our pets love us unconditionally, and they depend on us for their care and well-being.

   We urge the government to immediately and unconditionally release all those who remain unlawfully detained.

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Etymology

Origin of unconditionally

un- ¹ ( def. ) + conditional ( def. ) + -ly

Explanation

Do something unconditionally and you do it with absolutely no exceptions or reservations. If you love your cat unconditionally, then you love her even when she ignores you or makes a mess. The adverb unconditionally is all about conditions — requirements or stipulations. When things are done unconditionally, there are no conditions at all. If you know your grandmother adores you unconditionally, you're certain she'd never stop loving you, no matter what.

Example Sentences

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unconditionally

Because many interviewees spoke fondly of parental or mentor figures, Hyodol was created as a grandchild-like companion designed to "love its users unconditionally," Kim said.

From Barron's ● Jun. 11, 2026

State Sen. Scott Sandall, who represents Box Elder County, went from unconditionally supporting Stratos to endorsing a new legislative study on data centers’ potential wildlife harms.

From Slate ● Jun. 1, 2026

Jackson said the boy had received a "high standard of care" from his adoptive parents, who social workers said loved him "unconditionally".

From BBC ● May 11, 2026

“I don’t see the Iranians unconditionally surrendering,” she said, adding that the last time Tehran did so was in an 1800s treaty with the Russian Empire, when it ceded territory in the Caucasus.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 15, 2026

I'm too busy crying myself, thinking of how it must feel to be loved so wholly, so unconditionally.

From "Starfish" by Akemi Dawn Bowman

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