world

• «World» é principalmente um substantivo que designa a Terra ou um determinado âmbito de atividade. Como adjetivo, é usado sobretudo em compostos, no sentido de relativo ao mundo inteiro.

'World' is primarily a noun referring to the earth or a particular sphere of activity. It is not typically used as an adjective.

1. Of global scale or importanceB1formal

   Involving or affecting the entire world; international.

   Mundial

   • The World Cup is a world-famous soccer tournament.
   • She dreams of becoming a world-class athlete.
   • This is a world leader in technology innovation.

   Sinônimosglobalintercontinentalinternationalplanetaryuniversalworldwide

   Antônimosdomesticlocalnationalregional

2. Best or most excellentA2informal

   Used to emphasize that something or someone is the best or most impressive.

   Melhor do mundo

   • He's the world champion in chess.
   • This is the world's best pizza I've ever tasted.
   • She is a world expert on ancient history.

   Antônimosbadinferiorpoorworst

• Substantivo que designa a Terra ou o planeta em que vivemos, ou o universo em sua totalidade; também é usado para se referir a uma esfera de atividade, interesse ou experiência.

A noun referring to the earth or planet we live on, or the universe as a whole; also used to denote a sphere of activity, interest, or experience.

1. The Earth or UniverseA1formal

   The planet Earth and all life on it, or the universe.

   Mundo

   • The world is getting warmer due to climate change.
   • She travels around the world for her job.
   • The ancient wonders of the world are amazing.

   Sinônimoscosmoscreationearthexistenceglobeplanetuniverse

2. Human societyA1formal

   All people living together as a global society.

   Humanidade

   • The whole world watched the Olympic Games.
   • Social media connects the world.
   • Peace in the world is everyone's goal.

   Sinônimoseveryonehumanityhumankindmankindpublicsociety

3. Sphere of activityB1informal

   A particular area of activity, interest, or profession.

   Esfera de atividade

   • He is a leader in the business world.
   • Welcome to the world of technology.
   • She knows the world of fashion very well.

   Sinônimosareaarenacircledomainfieldmilieuprovincerealmscenesphere

4. B2informal

   A very large amount or number of something.

   Grande quantidade

   • There are worlds of possibilities for this invention.
   • He has a world of experience in teaching.
   • She ate a world of ice cream at the party.

   Sinônimosabundanceheaphostlotmountainmultitudemyriadplethoraprofusionwealth