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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Even for seasoned skiers, the multiverse of ski apparel is overwhelming. Todd Plummer, Robb Report, 25 Feb. 2026 With the emotional core of the film set, the filmmakers had to visualize how to create an effective multiverse without the big budget of the MCU. William Earl, Variety, 20 Feb. 2026 Everybody else gets a multiverse. Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 2 Feb. 2026 This is fun sci-fi TV, doing twisty multiverse, evil-doppelgänger stuff really well. New Atlas, 28 Jan. 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 1 Mar. 2026.

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