ubiquitous

Definition

Ubiquitous means seeming to be everywhere at the same time. It describes things that are very common and hard to avoid.

Etymology

From Latin "ubique" meaning everywhere, plus the suffix "-ous" meaning full of. It entered English in the 19th century in religious and philosophical discussions before spreading to general use.

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