universalism

/ˌjunəˈvɜrsəˌlɪzəm/
noun
  1. The belief that all people will eventually be saved or that all religions lead to the same truth.
    • Her universalism led her to respect every faith she encountered.
    • Many philosophers argue for a form of universalism that embraces all cultures.
    • The church's doctrine of universalism teaches that no one is excluded from salvation.
  2. The idea that certain principles or values apply to all people everywhere, regardless of culture or location.
    • Critics of universalism say it ignores important local traditions.
    • The concept of human rights is rooted in universalism.
    • The organization promotes universalism in education, believing every child deserves the same opportunities.
What does "universalism" mean? | whatsthatwordmean | whatsthatwordmean