Universal
Example: Universal principles apply across contexts
Definition
"Universal" refers to principles, truths, or characteristics that are applicable or common to all cases, situations, or people without exception. Universal principles apply across contexts, meaning they are valid everywhere and at all times, transcending specific conditions or cultures.
Etymology
The word "universal" comes from the Latin 'universalis,' which means 'whole' or 'entire.' It combines 'uni-' meaning 'one' and 'versus' meaning 'turned,' originally referring to turning into one or combined into a whole. Did you know that the concept of universality was important in medieval philosophy to describe truths that apply everywhere?
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"Universal" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (C2) - set 1", containing 95 commonly used words.
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