1. Developing nations with low income levels, limited industrialization, and lower standards of living compared to developed nations; historically used to refer to countries not aligned with the capitalist West or communist Eastern Bloc during the Cold War
Many third world countries are working to improve their infrastructure and education systems.
Muitos países do terceiro mundo estão trabalhando para melhorar sua infraestrutura e sistemas educacionais.
2. Nations characterized by poverty, economic dependency, and limited technological advancement
International aid organizations focus on reducing disease in third world countries.
Organizações de ajuda internacional focam na redução de doenças nos países do terceiro mundo.