Synonyms of globe

globe

noun

ˈglōb 

1

as in sphere

a more or less round body or mass

the glassblower shaped the molten mass into a globe of remarkable thinness and clarity

Synonyms & Similar Words

• sphere
• ball
• orb
• circle
• ring
• bead
• chunk
• loop
• globule
• oval
• round
• egg
• hunk
• ellipse
• spheroid
• lump
• clump
• rondure
• nugget
• gob
• wad

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• square
• block
• cube
• rectangle

2

as in planet

the celestial body on which we live

New Year's celebrations around the globe

Synonyms & Similar Words

• planet
• world
• earth
• universe
• cosmos
• sphere
• ball
• creation
• nature
• orb
• microcosm
• macrocosm
• microcosmos

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of globe

In true treasure hunting style, the movie is a globe-trotting adventure with stops in Bangkok, Vienna, Vatican City and Cairo as well as a brief visit to London. — Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026

Authorities assess the risk using the wet-bulb globe temperature (WBGT), which accounts for humidity, direct sunlight and wind alongside air temperature. — Amelie Claydon, New York Times, 29 June 2026

Round, globe-like bistro lights are a staple, but there are tons of options to choose from. — Wendy Rose Gould, Martha Stewart, 29 June 2026

Gerardo Olivares’ globe-trotting comedy sees various nomads and tribesmen move heaven and earth to watch the final between 2002 World Cup final between Germany and Brazil. — Jon O'Brien, Vulture, 26 June 2026