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universal

UK
/ˌjuːnɪˈvɜːsəl/
US
/ˌjunɪˈvɜrsl/

Translations

universalnoun
universals
pl
UK
/ˌjuː.nɪˈvɜː.səl/
US
/ˌjuː.nəˈvɝː.səl/
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.
Synonyms
common principle
prototype
archetype
universalia
commonality
generalization
general
universality
universaladjective
more universal
Comp.
most universal
Super.
UK
/ˌjuːnɪˈvɜːsəl/
US
/ˌjunɪˈvɜrsl/
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.
Synonyms
universalistic
inclusive
omnipresent
all-encompassing
widespread
common
general
global
Antonyms
limited
specific
particular

Definitions

universalnoun
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.
universaladjective
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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