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

Leaving the rule intact, the firm argues, allows outside groups to exploit a loophole that no longer reflects binding federal policy and was never compatible with FOIA’s neutrality requirements. —Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 10 Dec. 2025

Will true neutrality ever exist? —Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 9 Dec. 2025

The broadcasters who had threatened to boycott the event cited the death count in Gaza and accused Israel of flouting rules meant to guard the contest's neutrality. —Olivia Le Poidevin, USA Today, 5 Dec. 2025

Several human rights groups are concerned that Infantino is cosying up to Trump at the expense of political neutrality. —Ben Church, CNN Money, 4 Dec. 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