Definition

Adverb 1. In a way that relates to or involves the entire world; worldwide. * This is the primary meaning, indicating something that is considered, happens, or applies across all parts of the world. 2. In a way that considers all parts of a system or situation; comprehensively. * This meaning extends the concept to a complete or overall perspective within any defined system, not just the planet.

Usage Examples

• Relating to the entire world:
  • The company operates globally, with offices on every continent.
  • Climate change is a globally recognized threat.
  • The product was launched globally on the same day.
• Considering a whole system:
  • To solve this problem, we need to think globally, not just about our own department.
  • The manager assessed the project's performance globally before making changes.

Advanced Usage

• "Think globally, act locally": A common phrase encouraging people to consider the health of the entire planet (global thinking) but take practical action in their own communities (local action).
• In computing and data analysis, "globally" can describe a variable or setting that applies to an entire program or dataset, as opposed to a "local" one that applies only to a specific part.

Variants and Related Words

• Global (adjective): Of, relating to, or involving the entire world; worldwide. (e.g., , )
• Globalize (verb): To develop or be developed so as to make possible international influence or operation. (e.g., )
• Globalization (noun): The process by which businesses or other organizations develop international influence or start operating on an international scale.

Synonyms

• Worldwide: Throughout the world.
• Internationally: Involving or relating to more than one nation.
• Universally: In every case; without exception. (Often used for concepts or truths, e.g., )
• Comprehensively: In a way that includes or deals with all or nearly all elements or aspects of something.

Antonyms

• Locally: In or relating to a particular area, especially the area where you live.
• Nationally: In a way that relates to a single nation as a whole.
• Regionally: In a way that relates to a particular region.
• Partially: Only in part; to a limited extent.

Adverb

1. throughout the world
   • this is globally significant