Meaning & Definition of Neutral in English
English⟶
Neutral
/nutrəl/
noun
1. One who does not side with any party in a war or dispute
synonym:
- neutral
adjective
1. Having no personal preference
- "Impersonal criticism"
- "A neutral observer"
synonym:
- impersonal,
- neutral
2. Having only a limited ability to react chemically
- Chemically inactive
- "Inert matter"
- "An indifferent chemical in a reaction"
synonym:
- inert,
- indifferent,
- neutral
3. Not supporting or favoring either side in a war, dispute, or contest
synonym:
- neutral
4. Possessing no distinctive quality or characteristics
synonym:
- neutral
5. Having no hue
- "Neutral colors like black or white"
synonym:
- achromatic,
- neutral
6. Lacking distinguishing quality or characteristics
- "A neutral personality that made no impression whatever"
synonym:
- neutral
7. Having no net electric charge
synonym:
- neutral,
- electroneutral
Examples of using
Brothers Grimm’s Little Red Riding Hood has a neutral gender, while Charles Perrault’s has a masculine one.
Switzerland is a neutral country.