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International

UK /["/ˌɪntəˈnæʃnəl/"]/US /["/ˌɪntərˈnæʃnəl/"]/

Definition

connected with or involving two or more countries

In simple words: Relating to or involving two or more countries.

Examples

  • The International Conference on Climate Change will be held next month.
  • She loves learning about international cultures and traditions.
  • Our company has international clients from various countries.
  • He dreams of working for an international organization like the UN.
  • The International Space Station orbits the Earth above our atmosphere.

Usage notes

Used to describe matters that affect or include multiple countries. Appropriate in both spoken and written contexts, often in business and diplomatic discussions.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'inter' as 'between', so 'international' means 'between nations'.

Collocations

  • international relations
  • international law
  • international travel
  • international affairs
  • international trade

Synonyms

  • global
  • worldwide
  • transnational
  • multinational
  • foreign

Antonyms

  • national
  • domestic

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'international', which is not a word.
  • Using it in singular form when referring to multiple countries.
  • Misunderstanding the distinction between 'international' and 'global'.