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Synonyms

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.
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

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As fears of medicine shortages grow amid the five-week-old Middle East war, its task is to ensure steady shipments to hospitals, pharmacies, labs and other customers across Europe and worldwide.

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

Today, as conversations around gender and identity gain visibility worldwide, Bhaduri's story offers a different lens.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

The film, co-financed by Wayfarer and distributed by Sony Pictures, grossed more than $350 million at the worldwide box office.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

This is comparable to the annual deaths worldwide from armed conflict.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Early farming villages worldwide were much less authoritarian places than later societies.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann

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