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universal

/ˌjuːnɪˈvɜːrsl/
u · ni · ver · sal /ˌjuː · nɪ · ˈvɜːr · sl/
English Definition
adj. worldwide, common to all
中文释义
普遍的，全球的
Significado en Español
universal
한국어 뜻
보편적인, 전 세계적인
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
phổ biến, toàn cầu
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Example Sentence

Laughter is universal.

笑是全人类共通的。

Synonyms
global general
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
uni(one)+versal(rotate)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Choose the word that is most similar in meaning to “universal”: The principle of equality is considered __________ among different cultures, despite their diverse traditions.

  1. A global
  2. B specific
  3. C local
  4. D temporary
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A — global. “universal” means adj. worldwide, common to all

Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)

A warm smile is a ______ sign of friendliness in every culture.

  1. A rare
  2. B local
  3. C universal
  4. D personal
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C — universal. “universal” means adj. worldwide, common to all

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Common questions about “universal”

What does “universal” mean?

universal — adj. worldwide, common to all. In Chinese: 普遍的，全球的.

How do you pronounce “universal”?

universal is pronounced /ˌjuːnɪˈvɜːrsl/. It breaks into 4 syllables: u · ni · ver · sal.

How do you use “universal” in a sentence?

Laughter is universal. (笑是全人类共通的。)

What are synonyms for “universal”?

global, general — all close in meaning to universal (adj. worldwide, common to all).

Is “universal” an ISEE Middle-level word?

Yes. universal appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers nearly 700 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

How can I remember “universal”?

uni(one)+versal(rotate)

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