Ubiquity: meaning, definitions and examples

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ubiquity

 

[ juːˈbɪkwɪti ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

in technology

The state or capacity of being everywhere, especially at the same time.

Synonyms

omnipresence, pervasiveness, prevalence.

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Word Description / Examples
ubiquity

Used to describe something that appears to be everywhere at the same time, often in a neutral or slightly positive sense.

  • The ubiquity of smartphones has changed the way we communicate.
  • Fast food restaurants have achieved ubiquity in many cities.
omnipresence

Often used in a more formal or spiritual context to describe something that is present everywhere, especially a divine being.

  • The concept of God's omnipresence is central to many religions.
  • In modern society, surveillance cameras create a feeling of omnipresence.
pervasiveness

Typically used to describe something that spreads throughout an area or group, sometimes carrying a negative connotation.

  • The pervasiveness of corruption in the government has made people lose trust.
  • The pervasiveness of social media in our lives can be overwhelming.
prevalence

Refers to something that is widespread or commonly occurring, often used in statistics, health, or research.

  • The prevalence of diabetes has increased significantly over the past decade.
  • Studies show a high prevalence of smoking among young adults.

Examples of usage

  • The ubiquity of smartphones has revolutionized the way we communicate.
  • Thanks to the ubiquity of social media, news spreads rapidly around the world.
  • Ubiquity in cloud computing allows for easy access to data from anywhere.
Context #2 | Noun

in philosophy

The property of being present everywhere or existing in all places at the same time.

Synonyms

all-presence, omnipresence, universality.

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ubiquity

Used when something is present or found everywhere. Can be used in both common and formal speech.

  • The ubiquity of smartphones has changed how we communicate.
  • Fast food chains' ubiquity makes them a convenient choice for many.
omnipresence

Often used in religious, philosophical, or metaphorical contexts to describe a presence that is all-encompassing and infinite.

  • The omnipresence of God is a key concept in many religions.
  • Social media has an almost omnipresence in our daily lives.
all-presence

Rarely used in modern English. More poetic or literary, implying pervasive presence everywhere.

  • The all-presence of love can heal many wounds.
  • In nature, there is an all-presence of life.

Examples of usage

  • In Eastern philosophies, there is a belief in the ubiquity of the divine.
  • The ubiquity of love is a central theme in many spiritual teachings.

Translations

Translations of the word "ubiquity" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ubiquidade

🇮🇳 व्यापकता

🇩🇪 Allgegenwart

🇮🇩 keberadaan di mana-mana

🇺🇦 повсюдність

🇵🇱 wszechobecność

🇯🇵 偏在

🇫🇷 ubiquité

🇪🇸 ubicuidad

🇹🇷 her yerde bulunma

🇰🇷 편재

🇸🇦 الوجود في كل مكان

🇨🇿 všudypřítomnost

🇸🇰 všadeprítomnosť

🇨🇳 无处不在

🇸🇮 vseprisotnost

🇮🇸 allstaðarverund

🇰🇿 әр жерде болу

🇬🇪 ყოვლისმომცველობა

🇦🇿 hər yerdə olmaq

🇲🇽 ubicuidad

Etymology

The word 'ubiquity' originated from the Latin word 'ubiquitas', derived from 'ubique' meaning 'everywhere'. It first appeared in English in the early 16th century. The concept of ubiquity has been explored in various fields such as technology, philosophy, and theology.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,244, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.