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

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

"The authorities should promptly quash these latest convictions and sentences, and unconditionally release Kem Sokha and all others arbitrarily detained for exercising their rights," said Laurence.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

I suggest it’s because as much as you have your own worldview, you love your children unconditionally.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 16, 2026

"You might have someone who loves you unconditionally, but you won't be able to provide everything they should get, because you're not happy."

From BBC • Jan. 8, 2026

And the blanket is unconditionally guaranteed for a period of three years by Sears, Roebuck and Company, Chicago, Illinois.

From "Things Not Seen" by Andrew Clements

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