Pronunciation

/ˈmjuːtʃuəl/

Definitions

• Adjective: Relating to or involving two or more parties, with each having equal or reciprocal rights and obligations. For example: “They have a mutual understanding about their roles in the project.”

  • Mutual respect: A shared recognition and admiration between people.
  • Mutual fund: An investment vehicle that pools money from many investors to purchase a diverse portfolio of stocks, bonds, or other assets.
  • Mutual friend: A person who is a friend to two or more individuals.

Phrases

• Mutual agreement: When both parties consent to the same terms or conditions.
• Mutual benefit: A situation where both sides gain something from an interaction or relationship.
• Mutual trust: The reliance and confidence that exists between two or more people.

Example Sentences

• Adjective: “Their mutual love for books sparked a strong friendship.”
• “After some discussion, they reached a mutual agreement on how to divide the workload.”
• “Investing in a mutual fund can help diversify your financial portfolio.”

Synonyms

• Shared
• Common
• Reciprocal
• Bilateral
• Joint
• Co-operative
• Interdependent