neutral-loving
|neu-tral-lov-ing|
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/ˈnuːtrəl-ˈlʌvɪŋ/
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/ˈnjuːtrəl-ˈlʌvɪŋ/
prefers neutrality
Etymology
'neutral-loving' originates from Modern English, specifically as a compound of 'neutral' and 'loving'.
'neutral' comes from Latin 'neutrālis' (via French and Late Latin), ultimately from Latin 'neuter' meaning 'neither (of two)'; 'loving' comes from Old English 'lufian' meaning 'to love' (related to Gothic and Proto-Germanic roots). The compound form is a modern English coinage combining these elements.
Initially it simply combined the senses of its parts ('neutral' + 'loving') to mean 'liking neutrality'; over time usage has consolidated to describe a tendency or disposition that favors neutrality in attitudes or policy.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
noun form of 'neutral-loving': a person who prefers neutrality or nonpartisan positions.
A neutral-loving in the discussion urged both sides to find common ground.
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Adjective 1
having an affinity for neutrality; tending to favor neutral, nonpartisan, or compromise positions rather than taking sides.
The committee adopted a neutral-loving stance, seeking compromise instead of choosing sides.
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