MUTUALITY Synonyms: 37 Similar and Opposite Words

mutuality

noun

Definition of mutuality

as in intimacy

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Recent Examples of mutuality Replace hierarchy with reciprocity At the heart of the Volunteering Reconnected movement lies a shift in mindset, from charity to mutuality. — Big Think, 18 Nov. 2025 This might clarify the mutuality of the practice, as well as its importance. — Amy Lindgren, Twin Cities, 8 Nov. 2025 In these grounding—and grounded—spaces, strength comes not from mastery but mutuality, and healing happens side-by-side. — Chloe Frost-Smith, Vogue, 2 Nov. 2025 Allow the tension to build, but also allow space for mutuality. — Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 21 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for mutuality

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Noun

Her gaze gives both scenes an inviting intimacy, like the audience has a front-row seat to Alice letting her guard down.

— Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 31 Aug. 2026
The threat of the prison is that you’re targeted and unfree, packed into a queasy, pressurized intimacy with the most dangerous parts of yourself and others.

— Katy Waldman, New Yorker, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of intimacy

Noun

While a release date hasn’t been announced yet, Fey teased that there would be more cozy vibes in the series about love and friendship.

— Raechal Shewfelt, Entertainment Weekly, 1 Sep. 2026
Caylen’s friendship with Lawley has also been featured heavily in his online career.

— Tabitha Parent, PEOPLE, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of friendship

Noun

The cordiality and handsome looks of the dining room are exquisite reminders of elaborate Milanese design.

— John Mariani, Forbes.com, 16 Mar. 2026
Indianapolis didn't crack Nextdoor's list of the 20 friendliest cities in Indiana, but its separate ranking of neighborhoods in the Indy metro area finds plenty of cordiality in Central Indiana.

— Jordan Smith, IndyStar, 27 Feb. 2026

Definition of cordiality

Noun

Getty One of the Hard Rock's staying powers comes from making that familiarity feel rooted in the destination.

— Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Aug. 2026
McDonough has an experienced resume, with plenty of familiarity leading a company involved in manufacturing.

— Jeff Marks,Zev Fima,Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of familiarity

Noun

Pinney’s bold and free conception of how a drama is constituted, and its inseparability from time and memory, displays a rare associative virtuosity.

— Richard Brody, New Yorker, 12 June 2026
Our understanding of this divine inseparability brings healing, redemption, renewal.

— Lynn G. Jackson, Christian Science Monitor, 27 Oct. 2025

Definition of inseparability

Noun

Accessed by some steps between the bathroom and bedroom, it's shown here furnished with a couple of single beds but could alternatively be used to stash belongings or as a kid's room or general hangout space.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 25 Aug. 2026
Each bin features a weatherproof gasket seal that locks out moisture and dust and keeps your belongings looking and smelling fresh.

— Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of belonging

Noun

This can be blamed on the nearness of the fires (north of the Minnesota arrowhead region) and the shear number and size of fires in that area.

— Sarah Moore, Freep.com, 17 July 2026
The nearness of the zealous asteroid Eris in Aries adds a touch of drama and intensity to the cosmic atmosphere.

— Lisa Stardust, Vogue, 10 June 2026

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