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global

/ɡlɔbal/
adjective★Intermediate— worldwide or comprehensiveLoanword from English global
general

Relating to the entire world or involving the whole earth.

Le réchauffement climatique est un problème global.

Global warming is a global issue.

💡

Often used in contexts related to economics, politics, or environmental issues.

general

Comprehensive or all-encompassing in scope.

Cette étude offre une perspective globale sur le sujet.

This study provides a global perspective on the topic.

💡

Used to describe something that covers all aspects or elements.

Collocations

stratégie globaleglobal strategyproblème globalglobal issueperspective globaleglobal perspective

Synonyms

mondialuniverselplanétaire

Antonyms

localrégionalpartiel

Related Phrases

pensée globalephrase
global thinking
économie globalephrase
global economy

💡Pro Tip

Usage in Formal Contexts

'Global' is commonly used in formal discussions about international issues or comprehensive approaches.

⚡Gold Rule

Avoid Overuse

While 'global' is useful, avoid overusing it in informal contexts where simpler terms like 'mondial' or 'planétaire' might be more appropriate.

📖Word Origin

From English 'global', derived from the Latin 'globus' meaning 'sphere'.

📝Usage Notes

In French, 'global' is often used in formal or technical contexts, especially in economics, politics, and environmental discussions.

Word Breakdown

glob-
sphere
root
+
-al
relating to
suffix
Dictionnaire Français-Anglais

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