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universe

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of universe

the whole body of things observed or assumed
  • the theory that the universe is constantly expanding
Synonyms of universe

cosmos, creation, macrocosm, nature, world
Words Related to universe

existence, reality
Near Antonyms of universe

nothingness, void

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