allseits
Translation
on all sides, by everyone, universally
Examples
Das neue Gesetz wurde allseits begrüßt.
The new law was welcomed by everyone.
Das Haus ist allseits von Bäumen umgeben.
The house is surrounded by trees on all sides.
Grammar Patterns
allseits + past participle (universally ...) He is a universally popular teacher.
Similar Words
überall (everywhere), allgemein (generally), von allen Seiten (from all sides)
Etymology
Derived from 'alle Seiten' (all sides). The '-s' is a genitive ending used to form adverbs.
Memory Tips
Think of 'all sides' ('alle Seiten'). The meaning extends from the physical 'on all sides' to the figurative 'by everyone'.