in·ter·na·tion·al
ˌin-tər-ˈna-sh(ə-)nəl 
1
: of, relating to, or affecting two or more nations
international trade
2
: of, relating to, or constituting a group or association having members in two or more nations
international movement
3
: active, known, or reaching beyond national boundaries
an international reputation
: one that is international
especially
: an organization of international scope
Examples of international in a Sentence
Adjective
an international association of chemists
She has achieved international fame.
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Adjective
Try Something Different for Entertainment SIFF Cinema Downtown is the spot for indie or international films at one of Seattle’s beloved independent theaters — try the local craft beer and chocolate popcorn at the concession stand.
—Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 23 Apr. 2026
The apparent gap between China’s reported capabilities and international rankings is not necessarily a direct comparison, as the two rely on different methodologies and definitions.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 23 Apr. 2026
Noun
The number of cases of racial abuse against the Brazil international decreased as authorities started to take more significant action.
—ABC News, 24 Apr. 2026
The Norway international, considered one of the best left-footed wingers in the world, will join the team on loan through July, before signing a multi-year deal to 2029.
—Melanie Anzidei, New York Times, 23 Apr. 2026
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“International.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/international. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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international
1 of 2 adjective
in·ter·na·tion·al
ˌint-ər-ˈnash-nəl
-ən-ᵊl
1
: of, relating to, affecting, or involving two or more nations
international trade
2
: active, known, or reaching beyond national boundaries
an international reputation
international
2 of 2 noun
: an organization having branches in more than one country
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