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

Institutional neutrality enables the necessary conditions for a university to fulfill this academic mission. — Daniel Diermeier, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026

Our proposal starts at budget neutrality, so that sustainable city dollars and coordination can be part of the long-term, comprehensive, coordinated approach to creating a safe and peaceful Chicago. — Ciera Bates-Chamberlain, Chicago Tribune, 26 July 2026

Through model flexibility, hardware neutrality, and ecosystem partnerships, the platform is designed to support a broader AI agent ecosystem across different devices and user groups. — New Atlas, 23 July 2026

As Europe tumbled into the Great War, the United States would declare its neutrality. — USA Today, 21 July 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