Globalize: meaning, definitions and examples

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Globalize

 

[ ˈɡloʊbəˌlaɪz ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

economy

To make something operate on a global scale or to extend worldwide influence.

Synonyms

Internationalize, universalize

Examples of usage

  • Many companies aim to globalize their products in order to reach a wider market.
  • The organization's goal is to globalize its humanitarian efforts and make a positive impact around the world.
Context #2 | Verb

culture

To adopt or incorporate global or worldwide perspectives, practices, or values.

Synonyms

Internationalize, cosmopolitanize

Examples of usage

  • The university encourages students to globalize their education by studying abroad.
  • This art exhibition aims to globalize contemporary art and showcase artists from diverse cultures.
Context #3 | Verb

business

To expand business operations internationally and enter foreign markets.

Synonyms

expand internationally, go global

Examples of usage

  • The company decided to globalize its production by opening factories in multiple countries.
  • Globalizing the business required understanding different cultures and regulations.

Translations

Translations of the word "Globalize" in other languages:

🇵🇹 globalizar

🇮🇳 वैश्वीकरण करना

🇩🇪 globalisieren

🇮🇩 mengglobalisasi

🇺🇦 глобалізувати

🇵🇱 globalizować

🇯🇵 グローバル化する

🇫🇷 globaliser

🇪🇸 globalizar

🇹🇷 küreselleştirmek

🇰🇷 세계화하다

🇸🇦 عولمة

🇨🇿 globalizovat

🇸🇰 globalizovať

🇨🇳 全球化

🇸🇮 globalizirati

🇮🇸 hnattvæða

🇰🇿 ғаламдандыру

🇬🇪 გლობალიზაცია

🇦🇿 qloballaşmaq

🇲🇽 globalizar

Etymology

The term 'globalize' emerged in the late 20th century as globalization became a significant phenomenon in various aspects of society. It reflects the interconnectedness and interdependence of nations, economies, cultures, and technologies on a global scale. The process of globalizing has been accelerated by advancements in communication, transportation, and trade, leading to increased integration and exchange among countries worldwide.

See also: globalization, globally.