Omnipresence

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Pronunciation Definitions Examples Grammatical Forms Origin and Evolution

Pronunciation: /ɑmnɪˈprɛzəns/

Definitions of omnipresence

noun the state of being present everywhere at the same time

Example Sentences

A1 The concept of omnipresence means being present everywhere at the same time.

A2 Many religions believe in the omnipresence of a higher power.

B1 The idea of omnipresence in nature can be seen through the interconnectedness of all living things.

B2 The artist's work captured the sense of omnipresence in the vastness of the universe.

C1 Philosophers have debated the implications of omnipresence in relation to human consciousness.

C2 The author's novel explored the theme of omnipresence in the digital age.

Examples of omnipresence in a Sentence

formal The concept of omnipresence in theology refers to the belief that God is present everywhere at all times.

informal His omnipresence on social media makes it seem like he never logs off.

slang Her omnipresence at the party last night was impressive.

figurative The artist's work had an omnipresence in the art world, influencing many other creators.

Grammatical Forms of omnipresence

past tense

omnipresence

plural

omnipresences

comparative

more omnipresent

superlative

most omnipresent

present tense

is omnipresent

future tense

will be omnipresent

perfect tense

has been omnipresent

continuous tense

is being omnipresent

singular

omnipresence

positive degree

omnipresent

infinitive

to be omnipresent

gerund

being omnipresent

participle

omnipresent

Origin and Evolution of omnipresence

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'omnipresence' originated from Latin roots. The prefix 'omni-' means all, and 'presence' comes from the Latin word 'praesentia' meaning being present.
Evolution of the word: Originally used in religious contexts to describe the belief that a deity is present everywhere at the same time, the word 'omnipresence' has evolved to also describe the ability to be present in all places simultaneously in a more general sense.