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UNIVERSAL

(noun, adj.sat, adj.)

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There are 12 meanings of the word Universal.

How to pronounce universal:

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Universal - as a noun

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

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
linguistic universal

(logic) a proposition that asserts something of all members of a class

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
universal proposition
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
particular14

A 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"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
universal joint

Universal - as an adjective satellite

Of worldwide scope or applicability

Example: "An issue of cosmopolitan import"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cosmopolitan18ecumenical16general8oecumenical17world-wideworldwide17

Applicable 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."
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Word Game Points

Is UNIVERSAL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, universal is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

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 Word
UNIVERSAL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is UNIVERSAL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, universal is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
UNIVERSAL has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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