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neutrality

n. uncountable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //nuˈtɹæɫəti// UK //njuːtɹˈælɪti// neu·tral·i·ty Archaic

n. the state of not supporting either side in an argument, war, or competition. You use this when you want to stay fair and not take a side.

n. the state of remaining impartial and not supporting any side in a conflict or dispute. Often used in political or legal contexts to describe a formal policy of non-alignment.


SIMPLE

The country maintained its neutrality during the long war.

CONTEXTUAL

The mediator emphasized the importance of her neutrality to ensure both parties felt heard and respected.

COMPLEX

Maintaining strict diplomatic neutrality requires a delicate balance of economic independence and a refusal to enter into any military alliances that might provoke neighboring states.

Synonyms
Origin

From Middle French neutralité, from Medieval Latin neutralitas. Morphologically neutral + -ity.

Usage

Uncountable in its abstract sense; frequently paired with the verb 'maintain' or 'preserve'.

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