B2 adjective Neutral

global

/ˈɡloʊ.bəl/

Relating to the whole world or the entire earth rather than just a specific part. It can also describe something that is comprehensive and covers all aspects of a situation or system.

Examples

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1

The internet has turned the world into a global village where information travels instantly.

The internet has turned the world into a global village where information travels instantly.

2

The United Nations is responsible for addressing global issues such as poverty and climate change.

The United Nations is responsible for addressing global issues such as poverty and climate change.

3

This fashion trend is becoming a global thing; I see it everywhere on social media.

This fashion trend is becoming a global thing; I see it everywhere on social media.

Word Family

Noun
globe
Verb
globalize
Adverb
globally
Adjective
global
Related
globalization
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Memory Tip

Think of a 'globe' (the round map of the Earth). Adding '-al' turns the noun into an adjective describing anything that covers that whole ball.

Quick Quiz

The company decided to ____ and open offices in five different continents.

Correct!

The correct answer is: go global

Examples

1

The internet has turned the world into a global village where information travels instantly.

everyday

The internet has turned the world into a global village where information travels instantly.

2

The United Nations is responsible for addressing global issues such as poverty and climate change.

formal

The United Nations is responsible for addressing global issues such as poverty and climate change.

3

This fashion trend is becoming a global thing; I see it everywhere on social media.

informal

This fashion trend is becoming a global thing; I see it everywhere on social media.

4

The research provides a global perspective on the migration patterns of marine life.

academic

The research provides a global perspective on the migration patterns of marine life.

5

Our company needs to increase its global market share to remain competitive against international rivals.

business

Our company needs to increase its global market share to remain competitive against international rivals.

Word Family

Noun
globe
Verb
globalize
Adverb
globally
Adjective
global
Related
globalization

Common Collocations

global warming global warming
global economy global economy
global scale global scale
global reach global reach
global crisis global crisis

Common Phrases

go global

to start operating or being known all over the world

global village

the world considered as a single community linked by telecommunications

global citizen

someone who identifies with being part of an emerging world community

Often Confused With

global vs international

International involves two or more nations, while global implies the entire world as a single, holistic unit.

global vs universal

Universal means applicable to everyone or everywhere in existence, whereas global specifically refers to the planet Earth.

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Usage Notes

Use 'global' when you want to emphasize that something is not restricted by borders or when describing a total, all-encompassing system.

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Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes use 'global' to mean 'famous,' but it specifically refers to geographic reach or total scope, not just popularity.

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Memory Tip

Think of a 'globe' (the round map of the Earth). Adding '-al' turns the noun into an adjective describing anything that covers that whole ball.

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Word Origin

Derived from the Latin word 'globus', meaning a round mass or sphere.

Grammar Patterns

Attributive adjective (usually comes before a noun) Non-gradable (usually you cannot be 'more global' than something else, though 'truly global' is common)
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Cultural Context

The term is central to discussions about globalization, which refers to the increasing integration of economies and cultures worldwide.

Quick Quiz

The company decided to ____ and open offices in five different continents.

Correct!

The correct answer is: go global

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C1

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C1

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C1

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C1

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C1

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