neutral

Definitions

Not supporting or helping either side in a conflict, disagreement, or contest; impartial.

Having no strongly marked or positive characteristics or features.

In chemistry, neither acid nor alkaline; in physics, having no net electric charge.

Examples

Switzerland is known for maintaining a neutral stance in international conflicts.

The interior designer suggested painting the walls a neutral color to make the room feel larger.

The judge must remain completely neutral while listening to the arguments from both sides.

Synonyms

impartial unbiased objective disinterested detached nonaligned indifferent

Antonyms

biased partial prejudiced subjective partisan opinionated involved