Neutral meaning

What does “neutral” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“neutral” is a noun and adjective with 8 meanings. Its most common meaning is: one who does not side with any party in a war or dispute.

neutral

having no personal preference
“impersonal criticism”
“a neutral observer”
Synonymsimpersonal
having only a limited ability to react chemically; chemically inactive
“inert matter”
“an indifferent chemical in a reaction”
Synonymsinert indifferent
not supporting or favoring either side in a war, dispute, or contest
possessing no distinctive quality or characteristics
Oppositespositive negative
having no hue
“neutral colors like black or white”
Synonymsachromatic
lacking distinguishing quality or characteristics
“a neutral personality that made no impression whatever”
having no net electric charge
Synonymselectroneutral

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University