ubiquitous

adjective

yü-ˈbi-kwə-təs How to pronounce ubiquitous (audio)
Definition of ubiquitousnext
1
as in commonplace
often observed or encountered by that time cell phones had become ubiquitous, and people had long ceased to be impressed by the sight of one

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2
as in universal
present in all places and at all times was weary of the ubiquitous noise of the big city and longed for the quiet of the country

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Recent Examples of ubiquitous Although air conditioning is not ubiquitous across the continent - at least not yet - its use is increasing. — Brian Sullivan, CNBC, 21 Aug. 2026 Harp has become an Oval Office gatekeeper, a ubiquitous travel companion, and one of only a few people with the keys to the president’s social-media account. — Jonathan Lemire, The Atlantic, 21 Aug. 2026 The franchise’s iconic theme song is starting to play, the loud warrior drums about to give way to that ubiquitous melody. — Ethan Millman, HollywoodReporter, 20 Aug. 2026 Columbia House became a long-running part of fan culture, thanks to its ubiquitous ads, in print and on TV. — Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 19 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for ubiquitous
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ubiquitous
  1. commonplace
  2. universal
  3. usual
  4. widespread
  5. familiar
  6. omnipresent
  7. common
  8. endless
Adjective
  • As anywhere in the United States, crashes are more commonplace during rush hour; there are simply more drivers on the road, and many are tired.
    — Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026
  • YouTube has long topped Nielsen's streaming viewership list, and deals that see more of traditional media's content embedded into the tech platform could become more commonplace.
    — Lillian Rizzo, CNBC, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of commonplace
Adjective
  • However, the reaction on Capitol Hill — where Coupang has mounted an extensive lobbying effort — has not been universal outrage.
    — Justin Papp, CNBC, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Many people discovering Yiddish today – and its universal reach – find it through klezmer, the traditional folk music of Jews in Eastern Europe.
    — Ilan Stavans, The Conversation, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of universal
Adjective
  • Immediately, Zack-Carlos goes back to reasserting his presence in the house, eager to stay as long as possible and be his usual insufferable self.
    — Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026
  • For cats that need a larger calorie reduction, Yeo said a veterinary weight-management diet may be safer than simply serving much less of their usual food because it is formulated to provide adequate nutrients with fewer calories.
    — Lauren Paige Richeson, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of usual
Adjective
  • But this type of [toxic] female figure is a widespread archetype even in other places and parts of the world.
    — Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Shah was sworn in in March on a promise to clean up national politics and address widespread grievances at the lack of opportunities for young people in Nepal, which relies on remittances sent home by migrant workers for around a quarter of its GDP.
    — Billy Stockwell, CNN Money, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of widespread
Adjective
  • What makes this year’s numbers different from the slow, familiar erosion of the past several years is the source of the exemptions.
    — A.J. Russo, Baltimore Sun, 25 Aug. 2026
  • The familiar last name and near-blank political slate pulled him in.
    — Saige Miller, NPR, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of familiar
Adjective
  • Since Chamberlain’s death in 2011, his work has been seemingly omnipresent across institutions.
    — Nate Freeman, Vanity Fair, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Now in 2026, those omnipresent slabs of plastic are just the tip of the iceberg.
    — Joe Wilkins, Futurism, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of omnipresent
Adjective
  • Some common laser problems can already be corrected automatically.
    — Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Power outlet placement is a common sticking point for electric versions.
    — Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of common
Adjective
  • Britton was just one in an endless outpouring of grief over Parton’s death, as her costars, contemporaries, and friends all remembered the country legend.
    — Kathleen Perricone, Entertainment Weekly, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Chains like Swig pioneered the model in the early 2010s, building menus around endless flavor combinations and signature creamy add-ins.
    — Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of endless

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“Ubiquitous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ubiquitous. Accessed 2 Sep. 2026.

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