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Universal — synonyms, universal antonyms, definition

1. universal (a)

38 synonyms
all-inclusive almighty common comprehensive cosmic current earthly entire extensive far-reaching general generic global grandiose infinite large mundane non-exclusive non-specific non-trademark • • •

2. universal (Noun)

6 synonyms
idea linguistic universal notion understanding universal joint universal proposition
1 antonym
particular
4 definitions

universal (Noun) — (linguistics) a grammatical rule (or other linguistic feature) that is found in all languages.

universal (Noun) — (logic) a proposition that asserts something of all members of a class.

universal (Noun) — A behavioral convention or pattern characteristic of all members of a particular culture or of all human beings. ex. "some form of religion seems to be a human universal"

universal (Noun) — Coupling that connects two rotating shafts allowing freedom of movement in all directions. ex. "in motor vehicles a universal joint allows the driveshaft to move up and down as the vehicle passes over bumps"

9 types of
convention coupler coupling formula linguistic rule normal pattern proposition rule
2 parts of
drive line drive line system

3. universal (Adjective)

5 synonyms
cosmopolitan ecumenical oecumenical world-wide worldwide
3 definitions

universal (Adjective) — Of worldwide scope or applicability. ex. "universal experience"

universal (Adjective) — Applicable to or common to all members of a group or set. ex. "the play opened to universal acclaim" ex. "rap enjoys universal appeal among teenage boys"

universal (Adjective) — Adapted to various purposes, sizes, forms, operations. ex. "universal wrench" ex. "universal chuck" ex. "universal screwdriver"