Neutrally: meaning, definitions and examples

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neutrally

 

[หˆnjuหtrษ™li ]

Definition

Context #1 | Adverb

in a neutral manner

In a neutral or unbiased manner; without showing favoritism or prejudice.

Synonyms

equitably, even-handed, fairly, impartially, unbiased.

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Word Description / Examples
neutrally

Used when someone wants to remain neutral or not take sides in a conflict or argument.

  • The judge looked at the case neutrally to make an unbiased decision.
  • During the debate, the moderator asked questions neutrally.
impartially

Used when someone does not show any favoritism and evaluates a situation without bias.

  • The committee impartially reviewed all the applications.
  • Journalists should report news impartially.
unbiased

Used to describe a person or action that is not influenced by personal feelings or opinions.

  • The scientist provided an unbiased interpretation of the data.
  • It's crucial to get unbiased advice before making a decision.
even-handed

Used to describe an action or person that is fair and treats all sides evenly, often in situations involving conflict or competition.

  • The referee was praised for his even-handed officiating.
  • She approached the dispute in an even-handed manner.
fairly

Used when doing something in a way that is free from bias or injustice.

  • The contest was judged fairly.
  • Everyone is expected to be fairly treated at work.
equitably

Used when something is done fairly and justly, often implying equal distribution of resources or opportunities.

  • Resources were distributed equitably among the team members.
  • The teacher treated all the students equitably.

Examples of usage

  • The mediator listened neutrally to both parties before making a decision.
  • She reported the news neutrally without adding her personal opinions.
  • The judge behaved neutrally throughout the trial.
  • He tried to neutrally assess the situation without letting his emotions affect his judgment.
  • The teacher treated all students neutrally, regardless of their background.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The word comes from the Latin 'neutralis', meaning 'neither one nor the other'.
  • It was first used in the early 17th century to describe balance or lack of favoritism.

Psychology

  • Being neutral can help in conflict resolution, as it allows for a calmer atmosphere for discussion.
  • Studies suggest that neutral emotional states can enhance logical thinking and decision-making.

Politics

  • Countries may adopt a neutral stance during wars, enabling them to mediate peace talks effectively.
  • Political neutrality can be a strategy for countries to avoid entanglement in international disputes.

Science

  • In chemistry, 'neutral' describes a solution that is neither acidic nor basic, like pure water.
  • Neutrally charged particles are fundamental in atomic structures and influence the behavior of atoms.

Art and Design

  • Neutral colors, such as gray and beige, are often used in design to create a calm and balanced environment.
  • In photography, using neutral tones allows the subject to stand out without distraction.

Translations

Translations of the word "neutrally" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น neutralmente

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคคเคŸเคธเฅเคฅ เคฐเฅ‚เคช เคธเฅ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช neutral

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ secara netral

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฝะตะนั‚ั€ะฐะปัŒะฝะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ neutralnie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ไธญ็ซ‹็š„ใซ (ใกใ‚…ใ†ใ‚Šใคใฆใใซ)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท neutre

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ neutralmente

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท nรถtr bir ลŸekilde

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ค‘๋ฆฝ์ ์œผ๋กœ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุญูŠุงุฏูŠุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ neutrรกlnฤ›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ neutrรกlne

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไธญ็ซ‹ๅœฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ nevtralno

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hlutlaust

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะตะนั‚ะฐั€ะฐะฟ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒœแƒ”แƒ˜แƒขแƒ แƒแƒšแƒฃแƒ แƒแƒ“

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ neytral ลŸษ™kildษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ neutralmente

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,945 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.