Mutual — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Mutual
Mutual (adjective)
- directed by each toward the other or the others
- having the same feelings one for the other
- shared in common
Mutual (noun)
- a reciprocal or mutual follower on social media
Mutual (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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used or done by a number of people as a group
"every film is a mutual effort by the director, writer, actors, and a host of others"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Mutual
The most common words with a similar meaning to Mutual:
Antonyms & Opposite Words for Mutual
Words with the opposite meaning of Mutual:
Near Antonyms of Mutual
Word Forms of Mutual
Inflections: mutuals
Derived words: mutually (adverb)
Origin & Etymology of Mutual
Middle French mutuel, from Latin mutuus lent, borrowed, mutual, from mutare to change mutable
First known use: 15th century
Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Mutual
- CEFR level: C1 English Vocabulary — Page 19
- Academic Word List: 570 Academic Word List — Page 9
- Topics: Descriptions / Adjectives
Words & Phrases Containing Mutual
Frequently Asked Questions about Mutual
What does "Mutual" mean?
"Mutual" means directed by each toward the other or the others. As an an adjective and a noun, it is defined as: directed by each toward the other or the others.
What is another word for "Mutual"?
Other words for "Mutual" include collaborative, collective, combined, common, communal, concerted, conjoint and conjunct. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Mutual" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Mutual"?
There are 27 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Mutual". Common alternatives include collaborative, collective, combined, common, communal, concerted, conjoint, conjunct, cooperative and joint.
What is the opposite of "Mutual"?
Antonyms of "Mutual" include exclusive, individual, one-man, one-sided, one-way, single, sole and solitary. Near antonyms include personal, private, independent and separate.
How do you use "Mutual" in a sentence?
Examples of "Mutual" in a sentence: "every film is a mutual effort by the director, writer, actors, and a host of others".
Is "Mutual" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Mutual" can be used as an adjective and a noun, depending on the context.
Is "Mutual" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?
As a C1-level word, "Mutual" is typical of Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE), IELTS band 7.0–8.0, TOEFL iBT 95–113, PTE Academic 76–84, TOEIC Listening & Reading 945+. It is on the Academic Word List, so it appears often in IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, and university texts. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.
How do you pronounce "Mutual"?
"Mutual" is pronounced /ˈmyü-chə-wəl/ and divided into syllables as mu·tu·al.