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UNIVERSALS

(noun, adj.sat)

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There are 7 meanings of the word Universals.

Universals - 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

Universals - 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"

Example Sentences

"The search for universals in philosophy aims to identify fundamental truths or principles that apply universally."
"Many philosophers debate the existence and nature of universals."
"In linguistics, universals are characteristics or patterns found in all languages."
"The theory of universals suggests that there are underlying structures shared by all human languages."
"Scientists study universals in human behavior to understand common patterns across cultures."
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Word Game Points

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

UNIVERSALS has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is UNIVERSALS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, universals is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
UNIVERSALS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is UNIVERSALS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, universals is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
UNIVERSALS has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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