neutrality (chemical/grammatical); impartiality
Meanings
3 senses · 9 examplesnoun
neutrality (chemical property)
technicalA pH value of approximately 7, such as that of pure water.
The pH value of this solution is 7, indicating neutrality.
We need a neutral detergent.
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Pure water is considered neutral.
noun
neuter gender (grammatical)
technicalRefers to the grammatical gender category in languages like German, Russian, and Latin. It is distinct from natural gender.
In German, 'das Kind' (the child) is a neuter noun.
The neuter form of this pronoun is 'it'.
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Latin grammar has masculine, feminine, and neuter genders.
adjective
impartial; objective; without positive or negative connotation
Used to describe words, comments, or descriptions that are factual and free from praise or criticism. Often used in linguistics, journalism, and academic writing.
The word 'report' is a neutral term.
Journalists should provide impartial news coverage.
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The feedback he gave me was very neutral, not favoring any side.