- pronunciation:
- nu
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l
- parts of speech:
- adjective, noun
- features:
- Word History, Word Explorer, Word Parts
| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition 1: |
When you are neutral, you don't take any side in an argument or contest.
My two best friends argue a lot, but I always try to stay neutral.- similar words:
- passive
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| definition 2: |
A neutral color goes with most other colors well.
Peter's dad likes to wear clothes with neutral colors, like black, brown, and gray.Most of the walls in the apartment are a neutral color, but the bathroom is bright orange!- synonyms:
- beige, light, pale, soft
- similar words:
- tan, white
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition: |
When you put a car in neutral, you put the gears in a position where no power is being sent to the wheels from the engine. If you push the gas pedal, nothing will happen. If you go down a hill or someone pushes your car, you will just coast.
Brian's mother put the car in neutral as she entered the carwash. Then the machinery moved the car along until it was washed and clean. |
| derivation: |
neutrally (adv.) |
Neutral comes from
neutralis, a Latin word that means "not either."