IELTS Speaking · Vocabulary
ubiquitous
adjective/juˈbɪkwɪtəs/Band 9
Last updated 21 July 2026
In short
“ubiquitous” is a Band 9 adjective that means present, appearing, or found everywhere. Below you'll find its pronunciation, natural example sentences, synonyms and antonyms, and the collocations that help you use it accurately in the IELTS Speaking test.
Meaning
Present, appearing, or found everywhere.
Example sentences
Natural, spoken examples at the level an examiner rewards.
- “Smartphones have become ubiquitous.”
- “Wi-Fi is now almost ubiquitous in cities.”
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms
omnipresentpervasiveeverywhere
Antonyms
rarescarce
Collocations & common phrases
Word partners that make your usage sound natural — the difference between knowing a word and using it well.
Collocations
become ubiquitousubiquitous presence
Common phrases
all but ubiquitous
How to remember it
Think 'you-bik-witous' → it's wherever YOU look.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “ubiquitous” mean?
Present, appearing, or found everywhere.
How do you use “ubiquitous” in a sentence?
For example: “Smartphones have become ubiquitous.”
What are some synonyms for “ubiquitous”?
Synonyms include omnipresent, pervasive, everywhere.
Is “ubiquitous” good vocabulary for IELTS Speaking?
Yes. It is Band 9 vocabulary, and collocations such as become ubiquitous, ubiquitous presence help you use it naturally. Reaching for precise, less common words like this is exactly what lifts your Lexical Resource score.
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