universal
Meaning: Relating to or affecting all people, places, or things in the world or in a particular group
Universal describes something that applies to everyone or everything without exception. It's often used in phrases like 'universal truth' or 'universal healthcare' to indicate something that affects all people equally. The word suggests completeness and inclusivity across all boundaries.
Examples
- Music is often described as a universal language. 音乐常被描述为一种世界通用的语言。La música se describe a menudo como un lenguaje universal.音楽はしばしば世界共通の言語と言われています。음악은 흔히 세계 공통의 언어라고 불립니다.
- The government is considering introducing universal basic income. 政府正在考虑引入全民基本收入。El gobierno está considerando introducir una renta básica universal.政府はユニバーサル・ベーシック・インカムの導入を検討しています。정부는 보편적 기본소득 도입을 검토하고 있습니다.
- There was universal agreement that something needed to change. 大家一致同意需要做出改变。Hubo un acuerdo universal de que algo tenía que cambiar.何かを変える必要があるという点で全員一致しました。무언가를 바꿔야 한다는 점에 대해 만장일치로 동의했습니다.
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: general
Tone: neutral
Origin & History
From Old French 'universel', from Latin 'universalis' meaning 'of or belonging to all', from 'universus' (all together, whole), from 'uni-' (one) + 'versus' (turned), past participle of 'vertere' (to turn). Literally 'turned into one'.
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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