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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

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Etymology

Origin of worldwide

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

Example Sentences

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In a recent space-to-Earth press conference, Wiseman said their only news source during the mission was their families, who said Artemis has captivated people worldwide, though he admitted they are "biased."

From Barron's • Apr. 11, 2026

But it would send a signal that both sides want to try to end a war sending shocks worldwide, avoid an even riskier escalation, and turn to diplomacy to do a deal.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

Across a basket of 13 publicly traded airlines worldwide, analysts’ average 2026 earnings-per-share forecasts have fallen by 25% since December, and most are seen staying profitable.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

"Although there has been a total increase of 16 percent worldwide, that does not mean that lighting is increasing everywhere," explained Christopher Kyba.

From Science Daily • Apr. 9, 2026

Yet new and more deadly chemicals are added to the list each year and new uses are devised so that contact with these materials has become practically worldwide.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson

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