universally

[yoo-nuh-vur-suh-lee]

adverb

1. in a universal manner; in every instance or place; without exception.

universally

/ ˌjuːnɪˈvɜːsəlɪ /

adverb

1. everywhere or in every case; without exception

   this principle applies universally

Word History and Origins

Origin of universally¹

Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; universal, -ly

Example Sentences

However, the events at Charing Cross show that our leadership values are not universally adopted and embedded across the whole of the Met.

From BBC

Even if Labour were to conclude universally, which it is far from doing, that Starmer's leadership is somehow beyond repair, that reality is a smack in the face for those who'd seek a change.

From BBC

The annual holiday, scores of street renamings and public murals honor him, but they also tame his legacy into a universally palatable story of unity.

From Salon

The Rapture isn’t universally held in Christian theology.

From Salon

Coyle replaces Malloe, a universally beloved and respected assistant who left the team last week as part of what was described as a mutual parting of the ways after the team’s disappointing start.

From Los Angeles Times

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