globalize

[/ˈɡloʊbəlaɪz/]
verb
globalizar
1. to make worldwide in scope or application; to extend operations or influence across the entire world
The company decided to globalize its business operations to reach new markets.
A empresa decidiu globalizar suas operações comerciais para alcançar novos mercados.
2. to adopt or promote global perspectives, policies, or practices
Educational institutions are working to globalize their curricula.
As instituições educacionais estão trabalhando para globalizar seus currículos.
3. to integrate into a global economy or system
Developing nations are gradually globalizing their economies.
As nações em desenvolvimento estão gradualmente globalizando suas economias.
The term 'globalize' gained prominence in business and academic discourse during the 1990s and 2000s, particularly in discussions about trade, technology, and cultural exchange. In Brazil, 'globalizar' is widely used in corporate environments, reflecting the country's economic integration into global markets. The concept is often debated in both cultures regarding its positive effects on economic growth versus concerns about cultural homogenization and economic inequality.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
internationalizeexpand globallyextend worldwidescale globally
Antonyms / Antônimos
localizeregionalizeisolateparochialize

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
globalizar
standard term used in business, economics, and academia
São Paulo
globalizar
commonly used in corporate and financial contexts
Portugal
globalizar
same usage as Brazilian Portuguese; standard European Portuguese term
USA
globalize
frequently used in business, technology, and policy discussions since the 1990s

Related Words

globalglobalizationgloballyglobalistworldwide

Related Idioms & Phrases

think global, act local
go global
expand to the global stage
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