universality

[yoo-nuh-ver-sal-i-tee]

noun

plural

universalities 

1. the character or state of being universal; existence or prevalence everywhere.

2. relation, extension, or applicability to all.

3. universal character or range of knowledge, interests, etc.

universality

/ ˌjuːnɪvɜːˈsælɪtɪ /

noun

1. the state or quality of being universal

Other Word Forms

• nonuniversality noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of universality¹

1325–75; Middle English universalite < Late Latin ūniversālitās. See universal, -ity

Example Sentences

They’re narratives that tap into life’s universalities and help us make sense of the world around us.

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“We are in no way looking to re-create that show, but we did want to re-create that universality and positive family values that ‘Cosby’ represented.

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Tony Shalhoub: Breaking Bread” will premiere this fall on CNN, centered around travel, hospitality and the comforting universality of — you guessed it — bread.

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That universality, coupled with the sense that before the prefrontal cortex has fully formed, feelings will always run hot and bright, meant that the writers had a lot of empathy for these characters.

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“Because of the universality and high social inclusivity of boxing, the IOC wants it to continue to feature on the program of the Olympic Games,” the IOC said in April.

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Related Words

• acceptance 
• acclaim 
• demand 
• fame 
• following 
• reputation