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

Examples Sentences

Recent Examples of neutrality

But the cabinet position is a much bigger prize than warranted for neutrality, especially given that plenty of right-to-work conservatives went all in for Trump. —The Editors, National Review, 3 Dec. 2024

But Democratic leadership is maintaining strict neutrality on these committee fights, saying the caucus will work its will. —Andrew Solender, Axios, 3 Dec. 2024

Common proposals include a military freeze along current frontlines and terms for Ukraine’s postwar status that range from formal neutrality to full disarmament. —Elie Tenenbaum, Foreign Affairs, 3 Dec. 2024

While Lebanon's official stance is neutrality, the militant group Hezbollah, which is based in Lebanon, has supported Assad's government extensively. —Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 2 Dec. 2024