the state or quality of being neutral; the condition of being unengaged in contests between others; state of taking no part on either side; indifference.-indifference in quality; a state neither very good nor bad.-the quality or state of being neutral. see neutral, a., 4.-the condition of a nation or government which refrains from taking part, directly or indirectly, in a war between other powers.-those who are neutral; a combination of neutral powers or states.