B2noun 1K

Universe

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈjuːnɪvɜːs/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈjuːnɪvɜːrs/"]/

Meaning of Universe

the whole of space and everything in it, including the earth, the planets and the stars

In simple words: All of space, including all stars, planets, and everything else.

Universe in a sentence

• Could there be intelligent life elsewhere in the universe?
• theories of how the universe began
• As far as we know, the entire universe was created in the big bang.
• Do you believe God created the universe?
• The universe is still expanding.
• the outer regions of the known universe
• The idea of a **parallel universe** is hard to grasp.
• He lives in a little universe of his own.
• A tidal pool is its own little universe, bustling with activity and life.
• the moral universe

How to use Universe

Used in both scientific and casual contexts. In scientific discussions, it may refer to the physical cosmos, while in casual use, it can signify a person's entire world or experiences. Avoid slang around this term.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'uni' meaning one, so the universe is one whole space.

Related words

Collocations with Universe

• entire
• whole
• vast
• create
• expand
• in the universe
• the beginning of the universe
• the origin of the universe
• the origins of the universe
• entire
• whole
• vast
• create
• expand
• in the universe
• the beginning of the universe
• the origin of the universe
• the origins of the universe
• entire
• whole
• vast
• create
• expand
• in the universe
• the beginning of the universe
• the origin of the universe
• the origins of the universe

Synonyms for Universe

• cosmos
• macrocosm
• world
• galaxy
• creation

Opposites of Universe

• void
• nothingness
• nonexistence

Common mistakes with Universe

• Confused with 'multiverse' which refers to multiple universes.
• Using 'universe' to describe small groups or communities.
• Omitting the article 'the' when talking about the universe.

Frequently asked questions about Universe

What does Universe mean?

All of space, including all stars, planets, and everything else.

What is the definition of Universe?

the whole of space and everything in it, including the earth, the planets and the stars

How do you use Universe in a sentence?

Could there be intelligent life elsewhere in the universe?

Can you give another example of Universe?

theories of how the universe began

What are synonyms for Universe?

Common alternatives include cosmos, macrocosm, world, galaxy, creation.

What is the opposite of Universe?

Opposite meanings include void, nothingness, nonexistence.

What words go with Universe?

It commonly pairs with entire, whole, vast, create, expand, in the universe, the beginning of the universe, the origin of the universe, the origins of the universe, entire, whole, vast, create, expand, in the universe, the beginning of the universe, the origin of the universe, the origins of the universe, entire, whole, vast, create, expand, in the universe, the beginning of the universe, the origin of the universe, the origins of the universe.

What are common mistakes when using Universe?

Confused with 'multiverse' which refers to multiple universes. Using 'universe' to describe small groups or communities. Omitting the article 'the' when talking about the universe.

How do you pronounce Universe?

US: /["/ˈjuːnɪvɜːrs/"]/, UK: /["/ˈjuːnɪvɜːs/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Universe?

Used in both scientific and casual contexts. In scientific discussions, it may refer to the physical cosmos, while in casual use, it can signify a person's entire world or experiences. Avoid slang around this term.

What CEFR level is Universe?

"Universe" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.