Basic Details
Word: Ubiquity
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: The state of being everywhere at the same time; being very common or widespread.
Synonyms: Omnipresence, universality, prevalence
Antonyms: Rarity, absence, uniqueness
Idioms and Phrases
- Everywhere you look: Used to describe something that is found in many places. Example: "Smartphones are everywhere you look these days, used by people of all ages."
- Part of the furniture: Refers to someone or something that is so common in a place that they seem to be a permanent part of it. Example: "With her constant cheerful presence, Sarah has become part of the furniture in our group."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The ubiquity of fast food restaurants means you can find one almost anywhere you go.
Example 2: In today's digital age, the ubiquity of smartphones has changed how we communicate.
Example 3: The artists work has gained such ubiquity that it can be seen in galleries and homes all around the world.
Fun Fact
The word "ubiquity" comes from the Latin word "ubiquitas," which means "everywhere." It was first used in English in the late 19th century and is often used in discussions about technology and modern life.
Famous Quote
"The new technology is not only changing the way we communicate, but its ubiquity is changing the very nature of communication itself." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "ubiquity" mean?
a) A form of transportation
b) The state of being everywhere at the same time
c) A type of tree
d) A fashion trend
Answer: b) The state of being everywhere at the same time
2. Which of these is a synonym of "ubiquity"?
a) Absence
b) Omnipresence
c) Rarity
d) Uniqueness
Answer: b) Omnipresence
3. Which word is the opposite of "ubiquity"?
a) Commonness
b) Rarity
c) Universality
d) Prevalence
Answer: b) Rarity
4. Which sentence uses "ubiquity" correctly?
a) The ubiquity of flowers makes the garden beautiful every spring.
b) The ubiquity of the sun means it shines bright in the night.
c) The ubiquity of students in the classroom is a problem during exams.
d) The ubiquity of fast food restaurants is seen all over the city.
Answer: d) The ubiquity of fast food restaurants is seen all over the city.
5. Which idiom means something is very common?
a) Part of the furniture
b) As rare as hen's teeth
c) A diamond in the rough
d) The elephant in the room
Answer: a) Part of the furniture
