neutrality

noun

neu·​tral·​i·​ty nü-ˈtra-lə-tē How to pronounce neutrality (audio)
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: 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.

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The country adopted an official policy of neutrality. The newspaper is known for its political neutrality.
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Leaders of the Student List and most likely figures in the new government have committed to the policies the Kremlin cares about most, namely no sanctions, military neutrality, and no NATO membership. — Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 27 Oct. 2026 After a brief respite in the 2010s when body-positivity and neutrality were in vogue, the pendulum has swung back with a vengeance. — Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Oct. 2026 Voting rights advocates are blasting Bexar County’s decision to use Cornerstone Church as a polling place, arguing the megachurch’s political activism and history of controversies undermine its neutrality. — Katie Bartlett, San Antonio Express-News, 17 Oct. 2026 Fox News Digital asked Martin whether that level of support undermined Ireland's neutrality. — Michael Dorgan, FOXNews.com, 6 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for neutrality

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15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of neutrality was in the 15th century

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“Neutrality.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/neutrality. Accessed 1 Nov. 2026.

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neutrality

noun
neu·​tral·​i·​ty n(y)ü-ˈtral-ət-ē How to pronounce neutrality (audio)
: the quality or state of being neutral especially in time of war

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