A person or a nation that takes no part in a contest between others; one who is neutral, A nation nonaligned with either side in a war, One who takes no side in a controversy, adjective_ Of or relating to a particle, object, or system that has a net electric charge of zero, Of or indicating a color, such as gray, black, or white, that lacks hue; achromatic, Not engaged on either side; not taking part with or assisting either of two or more contending parties; neuter; indifferent