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Definition of universality

universality

/ˌjuːnɪvərˈsæləti/
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Adverb:universally
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Plural:universalities
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Adjective:universal
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• noun

1

The quality or state of involving, applying to, or being shared by all people or things in the world or in a particular group.

Example

"The enduring appeal of Shakespeare's plays lies in the universality of their human themes."

2

A wide range of knowledge, interests, or adaptability across many different fields or pursuits.

Example

"Leonardo da Vinci was celebrated for the remarkable universality of his intellect across art, anatomy, and engineering."

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• Rhymes for universality

• Nearby Words

uniter
unity
universal
universality
universalize
universally
universe

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 14th century from Old French universalite and Late Latin universalitatem, derived from Latin universalis ('belonging to all'), from universus ('all together, turned into one').

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Universality. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/universality
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