worldwide

American  

[wurld-wahyd] / ˈwɜrldˈwaɪd /

Or world-wide

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.

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worldwide British  

/ ˈwɜːldˈwaɪd /

adjective

1. applying or extending throughout the world; universal

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Etymology

Origin of worldwide

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

Example Sentences

It sounds like science fiction, but space is becoming a strategic asset for companies and governments worldwide.

From Barron's

The Wall Street firms behind private credit—roughly $1.3 trillion in the U.S., and more than $2 trillion worldwide—are under new pressure.

From The Wall Street Journal

“Small businesses told us they wanted more ways to earn rewards wherever they shop and better tools to manage cash flow,” says Tai Koottatep, who heads worldwide B2B payments and lending at Amazon.

From The Wall Street Journal

Mr. Jordan likewise brought worldwide popularity and revenue to basketball that has since grown.

From The Wall Street Journal

This has sent shockwaves across global energy markets, leading to price hikes for consumers worldwide.

From Barron's

Related Words

• comprehensive
• extensive
• global
• international
• multinational