worldwide
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈwɜːrldwaɪd/
KK: /ˈwɜrldˌwaɪd/
adjective
Definition
Relating to or affecting the whole world; global in scope or reach.
Example
The organization works on worldwide issues such as climate change and poverty.
Conversation
Did you hear about that worldwide event happening next month?
Yeah, I read about it online; it sounds really interesting!
I wonder how many people will actually participate in such a worldwide gathering.
I think it could be huge; it's amazing how technology connects us all.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
global
universal
international
Antonyms
local
regional
narrow
adverb
Definition
In every part of the world; globally.
Example
The company has operations worldwide, serving customers in many countries.
Conversation
Did you hear about that new charity event happening worldwide?
Yeah, I saw something about it online. It seems really important.
I think it's great that they're trying to raise awareness worldwide.
Root Explanation
Worldwide → It is formed from "world" (from Old English *weorold*, meaning the human realm or the earth) and "wide" (from Old English *wīd*, meaning broad or extensive). The word "worldwide" means extending across the entire world or global in scope.
Memory Tip
Think of the word 'world' as referring to the human realm and 'wide' as meaning broad — together, they help you remember that 'worldwide' means something that is broad or extensive across the entire world.
Visually Confused Words
No commonly confused words.