MUTUALITY Synonyms: 37 Similar and Opposite Words

mutuality

noun

Definition of mutuality

as in intimacy

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Recent Examples of mutuality Replace hierarchy with reciprocity At the heart of the Volunteering Reconnected movement lies a shift in mindset, from charity to mutuality. — Big Think, 18 Nov. 2025 This might clarify the mutuality of the practice, as well as its importance. — Amy Lindgren, Twin Cities, 8 Nov. 2025 In these grounding—and grounded—spaces, strength comes not from mastery but mutuality, and healing happens side-by-side. — Chloe Frost-Smith, Vogue, 2 Nov. 2025 Allow the tension to build, but also allow space for mutuality. — Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 21 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for mutuality

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Noun

Typically, these stages are used to create intimacy between actors and their audience.

— Claire Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 22 Aug. 2026
The Divine Feminine was a concept album that centered romance, intimacy, and the power of women.

— Kiana Mickles, Pitchfork, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of intimacy

Noun

The film introduces four newcomers – Aarushi Bajaj, Ansh Duggal, Bianca Arora and Piyush Khati – who headline a story centered on friendship, young love, heartbreak and the process of figuring out life as a young adult.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 24 Aug. 2026
But still, the friendship captured onscreen is true to life, and an interesting peek into one of Hollywood’s most enduring bromances.

— Rebecca Ford, Vanity Fair, 24 Aug. 2026

Definition of friendship

Noun

The cordiality and handsome looks of the dining room are exquisite reminders of elaborate Milanese design.

— John Mariani, Forbes.com, 16 Mar. 2026
Indianapolis didn't crack Nextdoor's list of the 20 friendliest cities in Indiana, but its separate ranking of neighborhoods in the Indy metro area finds plenty of cordiality in Central Indiana.

— Jordan Smith, IndyStar, 27 Feb. 2026

Definition of cordiality

Noun

This is also where the need for clarity becomes most intense, because familiarity creates expectations around such fine-print processes as dividends.

— Federico Sendra, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
And they are greeted with the familiarity a rush-to-the-finish-line process.

— Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of familiarity

Noun

Pinney’s bold and free conception of how a drama is constituted, and its inseparability from time and memory, displays a rare associative virtuosity.

— Richard Brody, New Yorker, 12 June 2026
Our understanding of this divine inseparability brings healing, redemption, renewal.

— Lynn G. Jackson, Christian Science Monitor, 27 Oct. 2025

Definition of inseparability

Noun

However, the author contends these devices are mere proxies for genuine care, unable to offer the reciprocity and shared human experience vital for dignity and belonging.

— Belonging Forum, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
For survivors, however, the reconstruction figures remain abstract compared with the immediate problems of finding somewhere to sleep, getting food and recovering whatever belongings remain.

— Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of belonging

Noun

This can be blamed on the nearness of the fires (north of the Minnesota arrowhead region) and the shear number and size of fires in that area.

— Sarah Moore, Freep.com, 17 July 2026
The nearness of the zealous asteroid Eris in Aries adds a touch of drama and intensity to the cosmic atmosphere.

— Lisa Stardust, Vogue, 10 June 2026

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