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u·ni·ver·sal

universal

 
 
pronunciation:
yu nih vuhr sl
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part of speech: adjective
definition 1: When something is universal it has to do with the whole world or all the people of the world.
Having enough water for drinking and growing crops is a universal concern.
synonyms:
global, worldwide
similar words:
general, international
definition 2: If something is universal, it affects or includes everybody.
At the company meeting, there was universal agreement about needing to hire more people.The need for food and shelter is universal.
similar words:
general, global, international, widespread, worldwide
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