Neutralist: meaning, definitions and examples
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neutralist
[ ˈnjuːtrəlɪst ]
political stance
A neutralist is an individual or entity that adopts a position of neutrality, especially in the context of international conflicts or wars. This stance typically involves refraining from supporting either side in a dispute and advocating for peaceful resolution or non-involvement.
Synonyms
impartialist, noninterventionist, pacifist
Examples of usage
- The neutralist government chose not to intervene in the conflict.
- As a neutralist, she promoted dialogue between the opposing parties.
- His neutralist views often sparked debates among his peers.
Translations
Translations of the word "neutralist" in other languages:
🇵🇹 neutralista
🇮🇳 तटस्थतावादी
🇩🇪 Neutralist
🇮🇩 netralis
🇺🇦 нейтраліст
🇵🇱 neutrala
🇯🇵 中立主義者
🇫🇷 neutraliste
🇪🇸 neutralista
🇹🇷 tarafsızcı
🇰🇷 중립주의자
🇸🇦 محايد
🇨🇿 neutrálista
🇸🇰 neutrál
🇨🇳 中立主义者
🇸🇮 nevtralist
🇮🇸 hlutlaus
🇰🇿 нейтралист
🇬🇪 ნეიტრალისტი
🇦🇿 neytralist
🇲🇽 neutralista
Etymology
The term 'neutralist' is derived from 'neutral', which has its roots in the Latin word 'neutralis', meaning 'of neither one nor the other'. The prefix 'neutro-' relates to being on neither side in a conflict. The concept of neutrality can be traced back to international law and the practice of staying uninvolved in wars, particularly during the 19th and 20th centuries. Neutrality has historically been a position taken by certain nations, leading to the emergence of the term 'neutralist' to describe individuals or groups that adhere to this philosophy. Over time, the usage of the term has expanded into various contexts, including political, social, and philosophical discussions regarding involvement and non-involvement in conflicts.