omnipresent

/ɒmnɪˈpɹɛzn̩t/

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Definition

(adjective)
Widely or constantly encountered; present everywhere
GRE

Example in Context

Security cameras have become omnipresent in urban centers, raising difficult questions about the balance between safety and privacy.

Synonyms

everywhereuniversalpervasive

Etymology

Present everywhere; all-encompassing.

  • omni- (Latin) — all
  • praesent (Latin) — present

Memory Aid

🌌Sounds like “on me present

Imagine a teacher saying 'ON ME PRESENT' everywhere, like a cosmic presence in every class!

Visual Association

🌍A giant eye floating in the sky, watching over everything on Earth at once!

Semantic Clusters

Synonym Groups

Frequently Asked Questions

What does “omnipresent” mean on the GRE?

omnipresent (adjective) means “Widely or constantly encountered; present everywhere”. Security cameras have become omnipresent in urban centers, raising difficult questions about the balance between safety and privacy.

How to remember “omnipresent” for the GRE?

Mnemonic: “omnipresent” sounds like “on me present”. Imagine a teacher saying 'ON ME PRESENT' everywhere, like a cosmic presence in every class!

What are synonyms for “omnipresent”?

Common synonyms: everywhere, universal, pervasive.