Synonyms

mutually

American

[myoo-choo-uh-lee] / ˈmju tʃu ə li /

adverb

in a way that is shared or reciprocal.

Please call to set up an appointment at a mutually agreeable time.
There are significant differences between the two organizations, but they are mutually supportive.

Other Word Forms

Etymology

Origin of mutually

mutual ( def. ) + -ly

Explanation

When you do something in cooperation with another person, the two of you do it mutually. You and your sister might, for example, mutually decide to skip the family reunion. You can use the adverb mutually to describe an action or a connection that you share with someone. If you have a mutually competitive relationship with your best friend, it means that both of you feel a sense of rivalry. And when a decision is mutually beneficial to everyone in town, it helps every single person equally. The root word is the Latin mutuus, which means "reciprocal, or done in exchange."

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mutually

ITV has reported that on Monday evening he had "mutually agreed" to resign from Reform UK, citing "personal reasons" and would be continuing as an independent councillor.

From BBC ● Oct. 15, 2026

“What has changed is the growing recognition that credibility and distinctiveness aren’t mutually exclusive, and that brand can be a valuable business asset.”

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 14, 2026

The initial phase of contract talks still would have union and county representatives seeking to hammer out a mutually beneficial deal, with a presumption that both sides would negotiate in good faith.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026