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mutually Meaning & Definition

/ˈmjut͡ʃuəli/

What Does Mutually Mean?

Mutually is an adverb that means In the same way, each to the other; reciprocally. It can also mean In a shared manner; equally; affecting all parties the same way.

Mutually in Brief

Part of speechadverb
Pronunciation//ˈmjut͡ʃuəli//
Syllables1
Synonymsreciprocally, equivalently and in kind
Comparative / superlativemore mutually, most mutually

Mutually Definition (Adverb)

  1. In the same way, each to the other; reciprocally.

    The contract was mutually binding.

  2. In a shared manner; equally; affecting all parties the same way.

    The adventure was mutually beneficial.

Synonyms of Mutually

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Antonyms of Mutually

No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.

Mutually in a Sentence

The contract was mutually binding.

The adventure was mutually beneficial.

Word Forms & Grammar

mutually (comparative more mutually, superlative most mutually)

Origin of Mutually

From mutual + -ly.

How Do You Say Mutually?

The standard pronunciation of mutually is //ˈmjut͡ʃuəli//, spoken in 1 syllable.

Common Questions About Mutually

What part of speech is mutually?

Mutually is an adverb.

What is another word for mutually?

You can replace mutually with words such as reciprocally, equivalently and in kind. See the full list of mutually synonyms and antonyms.

What are the comparative and superlative forms of mutually?

The comparative form is more mutually and the superlative form is most mutually.

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