Pronunciation

/unɪˈvɜːrsəl/

Definitions

Noun

• Universal (adj): 1. Characteristic of, applying to, or affecting all or most people or things; general or widespread. 2. Common to or shared by all; having no exceptions or exclusions. 3. Involving or encompassing the entire universe.

Verb

• To universalize (v): To make something applicable or relevant to a wide range or all cases; to generalize.

Adjective

• Universally (adv): In a way that applies to or is recognized by everyone or everywhere; without exception.

Phrases

• “Universal acceptance” means widespread approval or recognition.
• “Universal healthcare” refers to a system where healthcare is available to all citizens.
• “Universal truth” is a fact or principle that is acknowledged by all.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The concept of love is universal across cultures.”
• Verb: “This theory has been universalized in many scientific disciplines.”
• Adjective: “Universally acclaimed, the movie won several awards.”

Synonyms

• General
• Wide-ranging
• Cosmopolitan
• Worldwide
• Omnipresent
• Ubiquitous

Antonyms

• Particular
• Exclusive
• Narrow
• Local
• Restricted
• Isolated