How to Pronounce Neutrality
Neutrality
nu'trælɪti
Syllables:
neu·tral·i·ty
Part of speech:
noun
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Definition
Neutrality means not taking sides in a disagreement or war.
Examples
- Switzerland is known for its neutrality during many conflicts.
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| Phrase | Type | Stress Pattern | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| maintain neutrality | collocation | mainTAIN neuTRALity | Countries often maintain neutrality during international conflicts. |
| declare neutrality | collocation | deCLARE neuTRALity | The nation decided to declare neutrality in the war. |
| neutrality agreement | collocation | neuTRALity aGREEMENT | Both sides signed a neutrality agreement to avoid conflict. |
| observe neutrality | collocation | obSERVE neuTRALity | The organization must observe neutrality in all disputes. |
Fun Fact
Neutrality comes from the Latin 'neutralis,' meaning 'neither of two,' originally describing a state of impartiality between opposing forces in medieval theology before becoming key in diplomacy.
Word Family
noun
neutrality
The state of not supporting or helping any side in a disagreement or war.
"Switzerland is famous for its neutrality during wars."
adjective
neutral
Not supporting either side in an argument, war, or competition.
"She took a neutral position during the argument."
adverb
neutrally
In a way that does not support either side in an argument or competition.
"The judge listened neutrally to both sides before making a decision."
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