GLOBAL Synonyms: 109 Similar and Opposite Words

global

adjective

ˈglō-bəl

Definition of global

as in general

belonging or relating to the whole do a global search and replace the misspelling throughout the whole document

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Relevance

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as in comprehensive

covering everything or all important points published a global report on the plight of Third World economies

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as in spherical

having every part of the surface the same distance from the center one of the fair's more striking pavilions was a global structure with a monorail running through its center

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nonspherical

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Recent Examples of global Beyond that, African cuisine, like everywhere else, has its own variety of global influence. — Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 Aug. 2026 The question is how many global pop stars will join the party. — Inzamam Rashid, Fortune, 26 Aug. 2026 In 2023, Gates, along with Suleyman, Hassabis, and hundreds of other tech and policy leaders, signed a statement saying the risk of extinction from AI should be treated as a global priority alongside pandemics and nuclear war. — Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 26 Aug. 2026 Premier Sotheby’s global real estate advisor Charlie Williams recently listed the home known as The Meadows. — Joe Marusak august 26, Charlotte Observer, 26 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for global

Recent Examples of Synonyms for global

Adjective

Diaper qualities and features Some general diaper selection factors to consider are cost, softness, absorbency, fit, fragrance, ingredients and environmental friendliness.

— BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2026
His agents, Matt and Ryan Keator, wisely held off on engaging in serious negotiations with the Ducks and general manager Pat Verbeek throughout the year while recognizing the uncertainty of an evolving NHL marketplace fueled by a surging salary cap.

— Chris Johnston, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of general

Adjective

The town is now essentially a real-world study for scientists, after comprehensive data was gathered over a year back in 2007.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 26 Aug. 2026
Problems with standardized assessments The most comprehensive measure of adult literacy levels is the Survey of Adult Skills, which is part of a larger international assessment known as the PIAAC.

— Jennifer D. Kobrin, The Conversation, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of comprehensive

Adjective

First, a planet had to be in hydrostatic equilibrium, meaning that its gravity has pulled it into a spherical shape.

— Keith Cooper, Space.com, 24 Aug. 2026
Sound waves cause air inside the spherical or bell-shaped structures to oscillate, pulling in diffuse airflow and expelling it as a concentrated, high-velocity jet.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of spherical

Adjective

In 2022, Cuban founded Cost Plus Drugs, a website created to sell generic medication at a lower price than most large pharmacies.

— Maven Navarro, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 Aug. 2026
The key lesson for personal branding is to embrace distinctiveness, substance, and a unique voice, rather than conforming to generic professionalism.

— William Arruda, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of generic

Adjective

Hongqi’s researchers reportedly had to address the sensitivity of perovskite materials to water, oxygen, and ultraviolet radiation, while also adapting the photovoltaic layer to the curved glass surface of the panoramic roof.

— Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 28 Aug. 2026
In contrast, Roman acts like a wide-angle panoramic camera, which is designed to capture large portions of the universe without losing much detail.

— Jennifer Borresen, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of panoramic

Adjective

There are two lounge chairs inside and two more on the private deck, with a heated infinity pool and a circular daybed, tucked beneath the awning for shade.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Aug. 2026
The brand said the jacket is the first product to be certified by Testex Circularity, a standard Arc’teryx co-piloted as part of its work in circular product standards.

— Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of circular

Adjective

The Cowboys addressed that Saturday by trading a third-round pick and a sixth-round pick to the Pittsburgh Steelers for offensive tackle Broderick Jones, who was the 14th overall pick in 2023, and a fourth-round pick.

— Jon Machota, New York Times, 31 Aug. 2026
But the almost yearlong closure seems to be having an effect — overall attendance at the downtown library is down 31%.

— Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of overall

Adjective

In the current setup, teams select players that other teams leave unprotected and then must carry that player on their big-league roster for a full year.

— Evan Drellich, New York Times, 28 Aug. 2026
That income limit is a cliff — earning a dollar over the limit generally means paying the full, unsubsidized premium.

— Sarah Agostino, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of full

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