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universal

/ˌjuːnɪˈvɜːsəl/

/ˌjunɪˈvɜrsl/

universalnoun

universals

/ˌjuː.nɪˈvɜː.səl/

/ˌjuː.nəˈvɝː.səl/

Translations

universelPhilosophie, logique.

In philosophy, a universal is an abstract term that can be applied to many particular things.

En philosophie, un universel est un terme abstrait qui peut s’appliquer à de nombreuses choses particulières.

Definitions

A characteristic or property that is common to all members of a particular group or category.

The concept of love is often considered a universal among humans.

A general concept or term that represents a class of objects or ideas.

In philosophy, a universal is an abstract term that can be applied to many particular things.

Synonyms

common principle

universaladjective

more universal

Comp.

most universal

Super.

/ˌjuːnɪˈvɜːsəl/

/ˌjunɪˈvɜrsl/

Translations

universel

The desire for happiness is a universal human trait.

Le désir du bonheur est un trait humain universel.

Additional translations

unanimeSe dit surtout d’une approbation, d’un accord ou d’éloges reçus de tous.

Definitions

Relating to or affecting all people or things in the world or in a particular group; applicable everywhere or in all cases.

The desire for happiness is a universal human trait.

Done or experienced by everyone; existing or available for everyone.

The movie received universal acclaim from critics and audiences alike.

Of or relating to the universe or cosmos; cosmic.

The universal laws of physics apply throughout the cosmos.

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