universal

//ˌjuːnɪˈvɜːrsəl//
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Adjective

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1

relating to or affecting all people, things, or places in the world or in a particular group; applicable everywhere or in all cases

Music is a universal language that everyone can understand.

2

present or occurring everywhere; existing or being everywhere at the same time

The use of smartphones has become universal in modern society.

3

used or understood by all; common to all members of a group or class

Music is a universal language that everyone can enjoy.

Noun

1

a thing, quality, or concept that is universal; something that applies to all cases

Love and fear are universals that exist in every culture.

2

(philosophy) a general term or concept that can be applied to many particular things

In philosophy, 'beauty' is considered a universal that applies to many different objects.