UNIVERSAL
(noun, adj.sat, adj.)Definitions
There are 12 meanings of the word
Universal.
How to pronounce universal:
US
Universal - as a noun
(linguistics) a grammatical rule (or other linguistic feature) that is found in all languages
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linguistic universal(logic) a proposition that asserts something of all members of a class
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universal propositionAntonyms (Opposite Meaning)
particularA behavioral convention or pattern characteristic of all members of a particular culture or of all human beings
Example: "Some form of religion seems to be a human universal"
Coupling that connects two rotating shafts allowing freedom of movement in all directions
Example: "In motor vehicles a universal joint allows the driveshaft to move up and down as the vehicle passes over bumps"
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universal jointUniversal - as an adjective satellite
Of worldwide scope or applicability
Example: "An issue of cosmopolitan import"
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cosmopolitanecumenicalgeneraloecumenicalworld-wideworldwideApplicable to or common to all members of a group or set
Example: "The play opened to universal acclaim"
Adapted to various purposes, sizes, forms, operations
Example: "Universal wrench"
Universal - as an adjective
Of or pertaining to the universe.
Common to all members of a group or class.
Common to all society; worldwide
Example: "She achieved universal fame."
Unlimited; vast; infinite
Useful for many purposes; all-purpose.
Example: "Universal wrench"
Example Sentences
"The laws of physics are considered universal."
"Education is seen as a universal right."
"The belief in a higher power is a universal trait."
"The universal language of music can be understood by all."
"Gravity is a universal force."
Word Game Points
Is UNIVERSAL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, universal is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
UNIVERSAL has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is UNIVERSAL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, universal is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordUNIVERSAL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.
Is UNIVERSAL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, universal is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordUNIVERSAL has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.