worldwide

or world-wide

[ wurld-wahyd ]

adjective

1. throughout the world; extending or spread throughout the world:

   A few years later, the Beatles had skyrocketed to worldwide fame.

   This position will require you to travel worldwide.

worldwide

/ ˈwɜːldˈwaɪd /

adjective

1. applying or extending throughout the world; universal

Word History and Origins

Origin of worldwide¹

First recorded in 1625–35; world ( def ) + -wide ( def )

Example Sentences

While type 2 diabetes was once a disease of older adults, it is increasingly prevalent among younger individuals: one in five people with type 2 diabetes worldwide is under 40 years old.

From Science Daily

"We were able to screen a worldwide collection of horse DNA samples and study where modern stallions trace their roots to," Cothran said.

From Science Daily

Logan Paul built a worldwide following as an internet celebrity by uploading short video clips, first to the now-closed platform Vine, and then on YouTube.

From BBC

The papal drama has so far garnered almost $28 million in worldwide box office.

From Los Angeles Times

The disease affects roughly 24 million people a year worldwide and primarily impacts infants and those with weakened immune systems.

From Science Daily

Related Words

• comprehensive
• extensive
• global
• international
• multinational