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omnipresent

|om/ni/pres/ent|

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/ˌɑːm.nɪˈprez.ənt/

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/ˌɒm.nɪˈprez.ənt/

everywhere

Etymology
Etymology Information

'omnipresent' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'omnipraesens,' where 'omni-' meant 'all' and 'praesens' meant 'present.'

Historical Evolution

'omnipraesens' transformed into the French word 'omniprésent,' and eventually became the modern English word 'omnipresent' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'present in all places,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

present everywhere at the same time.

The concept of an omnipresent deity is common in many religions.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42