Universal (en. Universal)

/uniˈβeɾsal/

Meaning & Definition

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adjective
That applies to all cases or to all members of a class.
The declaration of human rights is a universal principle.
La declaración de derechos humanos es un principio universal.
That has validity or application everywhere.
Language is a universal tool for communication.
El lenguaje es una herramienta universal de comunicación.
That is known and accepted globally.
Art is a universal language that transcends cultures.
El arte es un lenguaje universal que trasciende culturas.

Etymology

From Latin 'universalis', which means 'belonging to all.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

universal truth
A truth that is accepted in all cultures.
verdad universal
universal speaker
A language that everyone can understand.
parlante universal
universal rights
Rights that are recognized worldwide.
derechos universales

Related Words

universe
The set of everything that exists, in space and time.
universo
universality
Quality of what is universal.
universalidad
universalism
Doctrine that advocates for the application of general principles to all individuals.
universalismo

Slang Meanings

Universal in popular culture
Pop music is a universal phenomenon.
La música pop es un fenómeno universal.
Term used to describe something widely accepted
That series has universal appeal.
Esa serie tiene un atractivo universal.