global

[ gloh-buhl ]

adjective

1. pertaining to the whole world; worldwide; universal:

   the dream of global peace.

2. comprehensive.
3. globular; globe-shaped.
4. of, relating to, or using a terrestrial or celestial globe.
5. (of a computer operation, linguistic rule, etc.) operating on a group of similar strings, commands, etc., in a single step.

global

/ ˈɡləʊbəl /

adjective

1. covering, influencing, or relating to the whole world
2. comprehensive

Derived Forms

• ˈglobally, adverb

Other Words From

• global·ly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of global¹

First recorded in 1670–80; globe + -al ¹

Example Sentences

Sustainable sugar production should factor into these global talks given the many environmental problems and opportunities from changing the way we grow and consume sugar.

From Salon

It achieved global success and touched the lives of millions of theater geeks and aspiring ingenues alike with its showstopping numbers and visionary production.

From Salon

With 2023 being the hottest year on record and 25% of the global population experiencing dangerous levels of extreme heat, canopy cover was urgently needed to cool down our cities, he said.

From Science Daily

But he stresses that the success or failure ultimately depends on global trends in people smuggling, over which UK ministers have little control.

From BBC

Higher energy costs are primarily the result of price of energy on the global markets, but which have an impact on households' and businesses' bills.

From BBC

Related Words

• comprehensive
• international
• overall
• universal