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neutralist

American  
[noo-truh-list, nyoo-] / ˈnu trə lɪst, ˈnju- /

noun

  1. a person who advocates or adheres to a policy of strict neutrality in foreign affairs.

  2. a person who advocates or adheres to a policy or theory of neutralism.


adjective

  1. of, relating to, or advocating neutralism.

Etymology

Origin of neutralist

First recorded in 1615–25; neutral + -ist

Example Sentences

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Saddam Hussein envisioned the meeting as a way to emphasize Iraq's maturing role as the dominant neutralist power in the gulf.

From Time Magazine Archive

The press corps swelled to 900, including some from European al lies, others from neutralist countries.

From Time Magazine Archive

In an intriguing and unexpected diplomatic move, Prince Souphanouvong, the Pathet Lao leader, last week offered his half brother Prince Souvanna Phouma, head of the neutralist government, a peace proposal.

From Time Magazine Archive

There is Yugoslavia, proof, at least as long as Marshal Tito lives, that a neutralist, independent Communist state is possible.

From Time Magazine Archive

The allied powers must draw him from that jail, before they can have the full advantage of the exertions of this great neutralist.

From The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 04 (of 12) by Burke, Edmund

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