multiverse

noun

mul·​ti·​verse ˈməl-tē-ˌvərs How to pronounce multiverse (audio)
cosmology
: a theoretical reality that includes a possibly infinite number of parallel universes

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The world first fell in love with her as a contestant in the RuPaul’s Drag Race multiverse, where her razor-sharp charisma, uniqueness, nerve and talent turned her into one of the franchise’s most beloved queens. Todd Plummer, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 June 2026 Its multiverse theme adds to its complexity and Marvel's most similar movies in recent years have been a mixed bag. Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026 The multiverse surrounding this feud is still expanding. Victoria Bekiempis, Vulture, 14 May 2026 Or rather, a multiverse of problems. Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 13 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for multiverse

Word History

Etymology

multi- + -verse (in universe)

First Known Use

1963, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of multiverse was in 1963

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“Multiverse.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/multiverse. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.

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