neutrality

noun

neu·​tral·​i·​ty nü-ˈtra-lə-tē How to pronounce neutrality (audio)
nyü-
Synonyms of neutralitynext
: the quality or state of being neutral
especially : refusal to take part in a war between other powers
The country adopted an official policy of neutrality.

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The country adopted an official policy of neutrality. The newspaper is known for its political neutrality.
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Honda is still intent on reaching carbon neutrality, and the best way to do so is with vehicles that produce no emissions, though the development of such models is temporarily on pause. — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 27 Aug. 2026 Instead, French politicians provided 500,000 francs to the Society of Habous for construction costs to protect the appearance of religious neutrality. — Shannon Fogg, The Conversation, 26 Aug. 2026 Feasting on neutrality Few illustrate the current bind better than Caitlin Clark. — Jerry Brewer, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026 The Dutch public broadcaster Avrotros has pulled out of the next Eurovision Song Contest, saying that Israel’s participation undermined the event’s neutrality. — Shira Li Bartov, Sun Sentinel, 25 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for neutrality

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First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of neutrality was in the 15th century

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“Neutrality.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/neutrality. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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neutrality

noun
neu·​tral·​i·​ty n(y)ü-ˈtral-ət-ē How to pronounce neutrality (audio)
: the quality or state of being neutral especially in time of war

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