globalism
|glo/bal/ism|
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/ˈɡloʊ.bəˌlɪz.əm/
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/ˈɡləʊ.bəl.ɪz.əm/
worldwide policy
Etymology
Etymology Information
'globalism' originates from the word 'global,' which comes from the Latin word 'globus,' meaning 'sphere.'
Historical Evolution
'global' evolved from the Latin 'globus' to the French 'global,' and eventually became the modern English word 'global.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to a sphere,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'pertaining to the whole world.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the operation or planning of economic and foreign policy on a global basis.
Globalism has influenced many countries' economic policies.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45