mutuality

noun

mu·​tu·​al·​i·​ty ˌmyü-chə-ˈwa-lə-tē 

1

: the quality or state of being mutual

2

: a sharing of sentiments : intimacy

Examples of mutuality in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

For those looking to cultivate a lovebird relationship, focusing on mutuality and romance can be a transformative start. —Mark Travers, Forbes, 2 Nov. 2024

Here’s a shorter version of the scale that reflects the mutuality and romance of lovebird connections. —Mark Travers, Forbes, 2 Nov. 2024

Showing Mutual Care And Support In a lovebird relationship, mutuality is the backbone. —Mark Travers, Forbes, 2 Nov. 2024

Not in service of a selfish goal, but in mutuality and recognition of one another as more than a means to an end. —Anne Kniggendorf, Kansas City Star, 14 Apr. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1586, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Legal Definition

mutuality

noun

mu·​tu·​al·​i·​ty ˌmyü-chə-ˈwa-lə-tē 

: the quality or state of being mutual: as

a

: the quality of a contract under which both parties are bound by obligations

b

: the state of debts for purposes of set-off under bankruptcy law in which the debts are owed between the same parties standing in the same capacity