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neutral
/ˈnjuːtrəl/
not supporting either side in a conflict
The mediator remained neutral during the negotiation.
The mediator did not take sides and stayed impartial.
general
not taking sides in a conflict or disagreement
Switzerland has maintained a neutral stance in international conflicts for centuries.
Switzerland has avoided taking sides in wars and disputes.
Often used in political, diplomatic, or legal contexts.
general
having no strong feelings or opinions
She gave a neutral response to the controversial topic.
She did not express strong agreement or disagreement.
Can describe a person's attitude or a statement's tone.
general
neither positive nor negative; balanced
The review was neutral, neither praising nor criticizing the product.
The review was balanced and objective.
Common in reviews, assessments, and evaluations.
Collocations
neutral stancea position of not taking sidesneutral tonea tone that is neither positive nor negativeneutral colorscolors like white, gray, or beige
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Common Usage
Use 'neutral' when describing impartiality, balance, or lack of strong opinion.
Gold Rule
Avoid Confusion
Do not confuse 'neutral' with 'negative'; being neutral means neither positive nor negative.
Word Origin
From Latin 'neutralis', meaning 'of neither side', from 'neuter' (neither).
Usage Notes
Often used in contexts where fairness, balance, or impartiality is important, such as in law, politics, and journalism.
Word Breakdown
neu-
not
prefix-tral
side
root-al
relating to
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