neutrally — in a way that does not support or help either side in a conflict, argument, or competition
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: in a way that does not support or help either side in a conflict, argument, or competition
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈnuːtrəli/
Example Sentences
- The AI assistant answered neutrally, 'Both pizza and hamburgers have their merits.'
- My mom tried to stay neutrally when my sister and I fought over the last piece of cake.
- The journalist reported neutrally on the controversial political issue.
neutrally
ADVERB[/ˈnuːtrəli/]
in a way that does not support or help either side in a conflict, argument, or competition
The judge listened neutrally to both sides of the debate.
The mediator spoke neutrally during the conflict. (NEITHER SIDE + LY = NEUTRALLY → in a way that supports neither side)
By listening neutrally, the groups responded mutually and ended peacefully.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin 'neuter' (neither of two), which originally referred to grammatical gender meaning 'neither masculine nor feminine'. Over time, the sense expanded to denote impartiality or the absence of bias toward either side.
Breakdown
neuter- (neither) + -al (adjective-forming suffix) + -ly (adverb-forming suffix), creating an adverb that modifies actions or states in a manner without taking sides or showing preference.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The AI assistant answered neutrally, 'Both pizza and hamburgers have their merits.'”
“My mom tried to stay neutrally when my sister and I fought over the last piece of cake.”
“The journalist reported neutrally on the controversial political issue.”
“He smiled neutrally when asked about his salary, giving nothing away.”
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