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universal vs rule

rule vs universal

universal and rule both are nouns.

universal is an adjective but rule is not an adjective.

universal is not a verb while rule is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
universal Yes Yes No No
rule Yes No Yes No
As nouns, rule is a hypernym of universal; that is, rule is a word with a broader meaning than universal:
  • universal: a behavioral convention or pattern characteristic of all members of a particular culture or of all human beings
  • rule: something regarded as a normative example
Other hypernyms of universal include convention, formula, normal, pattern.
As nouns, rule is a hypernym of universal; that is, rule is a word with a broader meaning than universal:
  • universal: (linguistics) a grammatical rule (or other linguistic feature) that is found in all languages
  • rule: (linguistics) a rule describing (or prescribing) a linguistic practice
Other hypernyms of universal include linguistic rule.
universal (noun) rule (noun)
coupling that connects two rotating shafts allowing freedom of movement in all directions measuring stick consisting of a strip of wood or metal or plastic with a straight edge that is used for drawing straight lines and measuring lengths
a behavioral convention or pattern characteristic of all members of a particular culture or of all human beings a principle or condition that customarily governs behavior
(logic) a proposition that asserts something of all members of a class something regarded as a normative example
(linguistics) a grammatical rule (or other linguistic feature) that is found in all languages a rule or law concerning a natural phenomenon or the function of a complex system
a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct
(mathematics) a standard procedure for solving a class of mathematical problems
prescribed guide for conduct or action
(linguistics) a rule describing (or prescribing) a linguistic practice
directions that define the way a game or sport is to be conducted
any one of a systematic body of regulations defining the way of life of members of a religious order
dominance or power through legal authority
the duration of a monarch's or government's power
universal (adjective) rule (adjective)
adapted to various purposes, sizes, forms, operations
of worldwide scope or applicability
applicable to or common to all members of a group or set
universal (verb) rule (verb)
keep in check
decide with authority
decide on and make a declaration about
mark or draw with a ruler
exercise authority over; as of nations
be larger in number, quantity, power, status or importance
have an affinity with; of signs of the zodiac
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