neutrality

noun

neu·​tral·​i·​ty nü-ˈtra-lə-tē 

nyü-

: 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.

Synonyms

• detachment
• disinterest
• disinterestedness
• equity
• evenhandedness
• fair-mindedness
• fairness
• impartiality
• justice
• neutralism
• nonpartisanship
• objectiveness
• objectivity

Examples of neutrality in a Sentence

The country adopted an official policy of neutrality.

The newspaper is known for its political neutrality.

Recent Examples on the Web

The Texas Republican Party agreed to maintain neutrality in the race. —Ross O'Keefe, The Washington Examiner, 8 Apr. 2025

For professionals overseeing retirement plans or advising clients, consider including investment options that emphasize neutrality or long-term CSR practices rather than activism. —Shane Enete, Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025

Despite promises to plant hundreds more, some neighbors are peeved, citing higher temperatures and carbon neutrality. —Racquel Bazos, Baltimore Sun, 4 Apr. 2025

That would run counter to declaring institutional neutrality, which more than 140 higher educational institutions have adopted. —Annmarie Caño, The Conversation, 3 Apr. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing neutrality

• net neutrality

Rhymes for neutrality

• banality
• bestiality
• brutality
• carnality
• centrality
• chirality
• duality
• fatality
• finality
• formality
• frugality
• legality

Kids Definition

neutrality

noun

neu·​tral·​i·​ty n(y)ü-ˈtral-ət-ē 

: the quality or state of being neutral especially in time of war