Synonyms of neutrality

neutrality

noun

nü-ˈtra-lə-tē 

as in objectivity

lack of favoritism toward one side or another

his unimpeachable neutrality makes him the ideal person to judge which of us is right

Synonyms & Similar Words

• objectivity
• neutralism
• objectiveness
• impartiality
• nonpartisanship
• fairness
• equity
• evenhandedness
• disinterest
• justice
• tolerance
• disinterestedness
• detachment
• fair-mindedness
• indifference
• unconcern
• apathy
• broad-mindedness
• straddling
• open-mindedness
• fence-sitting

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• bias
• prejudice
• favor
• partisanship
• favoritism
• partiality
• chauvinism
• nepotism
• subjectivity
• one-sidedness
• tendency
• nonobjectivity
• inclination
• predisposition
• propensity
• predilection
• penchant
• proclivity
• bent
• subjectiveness
• prejudgment
• preconception
• leaning

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of neutrality

Russia’s basic conditions for a peace settlement, as spelled out in various statements by Mr. Putin and other leaders, include guarantees of Ukrainian neutrality, substantial demilitarization of Ukraine, and language and religious rights for Ukraine’s Russian speakers. —Fred Weir, The Christian Science Monitor, 5 Mar. 2025

Still, Beck said, ongoing negotiations could lead her group to neutrality. —Nick Coltrain, The Denver Post, 16 Mar. 2025

Budget-Neutral Accumulation Explained Budget neutrality in government policy means avoiding net changes to spending or deficits. —Dave Birnbaum, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025

Diplomatic envoys are expected to represent their government's policies and maintain neutrality in international affairs. —Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 7 Mar. 2025