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

The study focused on atorvastatin, one of the most commonly prescribed statins worldwide.

From Science Daily

The metallic ore contains tantalum, which is used to produce high-performance capacitors in a range of electronic devices, making it in high demand worldwide.

From BBC

At the time, Takata’s air bags were linked to six deaths worldwide.

From The Wall Street Journal

The group is one of the biggest bands of the last three decades, selling more than 45 million records worldwide and achieving 28 UK Top 40 singles.

From BBC

The plays of O’Neill, Miller and Williams continue to be performed worldwide, but the most significant contribution America made to global theater is the musical.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

• comprehensive
• extensive
• global
• international
• multinational