B12K

Worldwide

UK /["/ˌwɜːldˈwaɪd/"]/US /["/ˌwɜːrldˈwaɪd/"]/

Definition

affecting all parts of the world

In simple words: All over the world; everywhere.

Examples

  • The organization aims to promote health initiatives on a worldwide scale.
  • He has traveled worldwide, visiting more than fifty countries this year.
  • Global warming is a worldwide issue that affects all nations.
  • The festival attracts performers from worldwide, showcasing diverse cultures.
  • The pandemic has made people more aware of how connected we are worldwide.

Usage notes

Use 'worldwide' when referring to something that involves many countries or the entire globe. It's suitable for formal and neutral contexts but might sound overly grand in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think 'world' and 'wide' — imagine a map stretched out across the globe.

Collocations

  • worldwide audience
  • worldwide trend
  • worldwide network
  • worldwide distribution
  • worldwide community

Synonyms

  • global
  • international
  • universal
  • cosmopolitan
  • transnational

Antonyms

  • local
  • regional

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'global' — while both mean similar things, 'global' can refer to something more specific.
  • Using 'worldwide' when only referring to a local or national context.
  • Omitting 'worldwide' when describing efforts or products available in multiple countries.