Concept information
Preferred term
multiverse
Definition(s)
- A multiverse (or meta-universe) is the hypothetical set of multiple possible universes (including our universe) that together comprise all of physical reality. The different universes within a multiverse are called parallel universes. The structure of the multiverse, the nature of each universe within it and the relationship between the various constituent universes, depend on the specific multiverse hypothesis considered. Multiverses have been hypothesized in cosmology, physics, philosophy, theology, and fiction, particularly in science fiction and fantasy. The specific term "multiverse", which was originally coined by William James, was popularized by science fiction author Michael Moorcock. In these contexts, parallel universes are also called alternate universes, quantum universes, parallel worlds, or alternate realities. The possibility of many universes raises various scientific, philosophical, and theological questions. (Encyclopedia of Science, by David Darling, https://www.daviddarling.info/encyclopedia/M/multiverse.html)
Broader concept(s)
Synonym(s)
- meta-universe
- omniverse
In other languages
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French
URI
http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/MDL-H9J8PDTD-P
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