B2nounUK spelling: globalisationsocietybusiness
US/ˌɡloʊ.bəl.əˈzeɪ.ʃən/
UK/ˌɡləʊ.bəl.aɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/
the process by which businesses, ideas and cultures spread and connect around the world
In context
Globalization has made it easier for small companies to sell products abroad.
Critics say globalization increases the gap between rich and poor countries.
Fast food chains are a visible sign of globalization in many cities.
Words that go with globalization
adjective + noun
- economic globalizationEconomic globalization has created millions of jobs.
noun + preposition
- effects of globalizationThe effects of globalization differ between countries.
- impact of globalizationThe impact of globalization on farmers is large.
- globalization of tradeThe globalization of trade began centuries ago.
verb + noun
- drive globalizationCheap shipping and the internet drive globalization.
- resist globalizationSome communities resist globalization to protect local culture.