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neutrality

noun

Simple meaning

The condition of being unengaged in contests between others.

Pronunciation

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nootraluhtee

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IPA pronunciation (US)

nutˈɹæləti

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Definition

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noun

  1. The state or quality of being neutral; the condition of being unengaged in contests between others; state of taking no part on either side.

  2. Those who are neutral; a combination of neutral powers or states.

  3. international law

    The condition of a nation or government which refrains from taking part, directly or indirectly, in a war between other powers.

Word at a Glance

Difficulty
C1 · Advanced
Frequency
Uncommon
Typical Use
Primarily written

Word Aura™

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This meaning: The state or quality of being neutral; the condition of being unengaged in contests between others; state of taking no part on either side.

Used this way, neutrality is a reasonably familiar word that usually carries little praise or criticism of its own. It usually sounds natural in a wide range of settings.

Emotional tone
Neutral
Formality
Neutral
Intensity
Not strongly marked
How common
Moderately common
Connotation
Matter-of-fact
Usage feel
Neutral and straightforward

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