universal

Meanings

• adjective

  Relating to or involving all elements or parts of something; not limited or restricted to a particular group, class, or thing.

  - "The universal principle of gravity applies to all objects."
  - "Universal health care is a right for all citizens."
  - "The universal language of mathematics is used to describe the physical world."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˌjunɪˈvɝsl̩/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=49923998"

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Antonyms

nonuniversal

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Synonyms

general , general-purpose , multi-purpose

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with universal
universe , deverse , nerve , serve , curse , hearse , verse , persevere

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Variants

List of all variants of universal that leads to same result
universal , universally , universalness , universalnesses , universals , universal donor , universal donors , universal grammar , universal grammars , universal coupling , universal joint , universal joints , universal motor , universal motors , Universal Product Code , Universal Product Codes , universal recipient , universal resource locator , universal resource locators , Universal Serial Bus

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'universalis', meaning 'applying to all' or 'belonging to all'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'universal' is used in various fields, including mathematics, physics, and computer science.

2. The term 'universal' was first used in English in the late 14th century.

3. The concept of universality can be traced back to ancient Greek philosophy, particularly in the works of Plato and Aristotle.

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Related Concepts

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1. Global: Relates to the entire world, as opposed to a specific region or country. Universality can be considered a broader concept that includes globality.

2. Transcendental: Refers to ideas, experiences, or truths that are considered to be beyond the physical or material world and are believed to be universal in nature.

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Culture

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Universal concepts and ideas have been explored extensively in various cultures throughout history. For instance, the concept of the 'Golden Rule' is a universal principle found in many religious and philosophical traditions. In literature, the theme of universality can be found in works such as Shakespeare's 'Hamlet' and Dostoevsky's 'Crime and Punishment'. In art, universal themes such as love, death, and the human condition have been depicted in various forms throughout history.

How to Memorize "universal"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a globe and remember that 'universal' means 'applying to all parts of the globe'.

2. associate
   

   - Associate 'universal' with the idea of 'inclusiveness' or 'applicability to all'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Universal is for everyone' to remember the meaning of 'universal'.

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