neuter
7 synonyms and 2 antonyms for neuter, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Not aligned with either side; neither one thing nor the other.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. adj
Not aligned with either side; neither one thing nor the other.
“He tried to stay neuter in the office dispute.”
Opposites
How to use neuter
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
neuter a cat
neuter gender
neuter the opposition
Etymology
From Latin neuter, literally "not either," from ne ("not") plus uter ("either") — the same idea behind English "neither."
Full origin of neuter →Frequently asked questions
What does “neuter” mean?
The word “neuter” means not aligned with either side; neither one thing nor the other. In plain terms, neither one side nor the other — or, as a verb, to castrate an animal or to strip something of its power.
How do you pronounce “neuter”?
“Neuter” is pronounced NYOO-tuh (/ˈn(j)utɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “neuter” in a sentence?
Here is “neuter” used in a sentence: “He tried to stay neuter in the office dispute.”
What is another word for “neuter”?
Words with a similar meaning to “neuter” include castrate, desex, doctor, fix and spay.
What part of speech is “neuter”?
Depending on how it is used, “neuter” can be an adjective and a verb.
Where does the word “neuter” come from?
The word “neuter” comes from Latin. From Latin neuter, literally "not either," from ne ("not") plus uter ("either") — the same idea behind English "neither.".
How many meanings does “neuter” have?
“Neuter” has 4 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: not aligned with either side; neither one thing nor the other.
