1. Knowledge or understanding that is applicable to all people, cultures, or situations; information that is widely known or accepted across different societies
The scientific method is considered universal knowledge in the modern world.
O método científico é considerado conhecimento universal no mundo moderno.
2. In philosophy, knowledge that applies to all cases without exception; a principle or truth acknowledged by all or nearly all people
The concept of mortality is part of universal knowledge shared by all human societies.
O conceito de mortalidade faz parte do conhecimento universal compartilhado por todas as sociedades humanas.