Synonyms of 'universal' in American English
Synonyms of 'universal' in British English
1 (adjective)
Definition
of or relating to everyone in the world or everyone in a particular place or society
proposals for universal health care
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2 (adjective)
Definition
of, relating to, or affecting the entire world or universe
universal diseases
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in the sense of catholic
Definition
(of tastes or interests) covering a wide range
He was a man of catholic tastes, enjoying music and fine arts of all kinds.
Synonyms
wide,
world-wide,
all-inclusive,
all-embracing,
unbigoted,
multiculti (informal)
in the sense of common
Definition
widespread among people in general
It is common practice for people to invest in holiday homes here.
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prevalent
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