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 of neutrality

• objectivity
• neutralism
• objectiveness
• impartiality

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

Under these rules, a power plant can burn wood and claim carbon neutrality—a calculation not applied to fossil fuels. —Ken Silverstein, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026

The neutrality clause came into play after Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in early 2022. —Callum Sutherland, Time, 27 Jan. 2026

The director’s onscreen role is to be the ultimate swing vote, constantly circling a position before another informed voice brings him back to neutrality and the inquiry starts all over again. —Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 27 Jan. 2026

Advocacy is our responsibility; neutrality is not an option. —Maryam Lieberman, HollywoodReporter, 23 Jan. 2026

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