world

noun

ˈwər(-ə)ld How to pronounce world (audio)
Definition of worldnext
1
as in humanity
human beings in general the whole world is waiting to see how this crisis will play out

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2
as in globe
the celestial body on which we live worried about the effects of pollution on the world

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3
as in universe
the whole body of things observed or assumed theories about the origin of the world

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as in galaxy
a huge physical or conceptual distance they have ideas for the new project that are a world away from his own

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Recent Examples of world In other worlds, the suit said the utilities agreed to operate in compliance with ISO orders, which at times included modifying or expanding their high voltage transmission systems. — Edmund H. Mahony, Hartford Courant, 5 July 2026 In other words, this is not a software company with a handful of pilots in the physical world. — Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 5 July 2026 The 75,000 square foot, multi-level space attracts world famous DJs and guests and exists as a glistening jewel in the crown of Caesars Palace’s broad range of entertainment venues. — Brad Japhe, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026 Here in Tamil Nadu, reality was—still is—perceived to reside not in the physical world but in the relationship between that world and the transcendent realm of Siva and Vishnu, two great gods of the Tamil country. — Chandrahas Choudhury, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for world
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  1. humanity
  2. globe
  3. universe
  4. galaxy
  5. public
  6. planet
  7. nature
  8. way
Noun
  • There was a scattering of arts and humanities people who were paying attention to AI and who generally approached the technology with an attitude of open curiosity.
    — Meghan O’Gieblyn, The New York Review of Books, 11 July 2026
  • But only recently has this process been encoded so specifically onto the face, traditionally thought of as a portal to our humanity.
    — Jia Tolentino, New Yorker, 11 July 2026
Definition of humanity
Noun
  • Data from the hottest matches at the 2014 World Cup — classified using wet-bulb globe temperature (WBGT), a measure combining temperature, humidity, wind and solar radiation to estimate heat stress on the body — pointed in the same direction.
    — Alan McCall, New York Times, 11 July 2026
  • Around West Glacier, the familiar snow-globe imagery gives way to long days, cold lakes, pine shade and the ritual pleasures of camp life.
    — Spencer Elliott, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
Definition of globe
Noun
  • And of course, the blocky universe just wouldn’t be the same without Momoa’s scene-stealing ex-video game champ.
    — Matt Cabral, Entertainment Weekly, 15 July 2026
  • SciAm always educates and delights me, and inspires a sense of awe for our vast, beautiful universe.
    — Claire Cameron, Scientific American, 14 July 2026
Definition of universe
Noun
  • More specifically, this sugar was detected in a molecular cloud in the interstellar medium, or the space between star systems in a galaxy.
    — Chelsea Gohd, Space.com, 15 July 2026
  • In a World Cup boasting a galaxy of stars, a lunch-bucket team of blue-collar everymen may wind up outshining them all.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 15 July 2026
Definition of galaxy
Noun
  • His charm offensive, including moving to Rio and recalling Neymar, has also begun to win over a skeptical public, setting the stage for a crucial World Cup challenge.
    — Chris Evans, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026
  • Harry and Meghan, who live in California, left Britain in 2020 after stepping back from royal life, and have since been involved in a long-running, public falling out with his family.
    — Max Foster, CNN Money, 4 July 2026
Definition of public
Noun
  • These yellow dots would hop from planet to planet, until eventually landing on earth.
    — Bethy Squires, Vulture, 9 July 2026
  • In recent years, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has racked up impressive off-planet achievements, from sending an astronaut to space to reaching Mars orbit with its Hope Probe.
    — Amy Gunia, CNN Money, 9 July 2026
Definition of planet
Noun
  • That was one of the main goals when designing the app, since an internet connection isn't always guaranteed when exploring nature in Michigan.
    — Jack Springgate, CBS News, 13 July 2026
  • The limited nature of the aquariums’ beluga habitats affects the whales both physically and mentally, with one of the main problems being boredom, said Marino, who is also a neuroscientist.
    — Finnegan Belleau, Chicago Tribune, 13 July 2026
Definition of nature
Noun
  • How to Style It Scandi bobs work for pretty much anyone, and there are so many different ways to wear them.
    — Audrey Noble, Vogue, 16 July 2026
  • An investigation by the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners found that while the three medications were administered in non-fatal doses, Hemphill failed to acknowledge the way the drugs would act when combined, according to the warrant.
    — Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 July 2026
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