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universality

[yoo-nuh-ver-sal-i-tee]
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noun, plural u·ni·ver·sal·i·ties.

the character or state of being universal; existence or prevalence everywhere.
relation, extension, or applicability to all.
universal character or range of knowledge, interests, etc.

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RELATED WORDS

acclaim, acceptance, reputation, demand, following, fame, pervasiveness, generalization, adoration, fashion, favor, regard, prevalence, currency, renown, esteem, approval, repute, idolization, heyday

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  2. universal time,
  3. universal time coordinated,
  4. universalism,
  5. universalist,
  6. universalizability,
  7. universalize,
  8. universally,
  9. universals,
  10. universe

Origin of universality

1325–75; Middle English universalite < Late Latin ūniversālitās. See universal, -ity
Related formsnon·u·ni·ver·sal·i·ty, noun
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British Dictionary definitions for universality

universality

noun

the state or quality of being universal
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Word Origin and History for universality

universality

n.

late 14c., from Old French universaliteit (14c.) or directly from Late Latin universalitas, from Latin universalis (see universal).

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