Globe — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb /ˈglōb/

Meaning & Definition of Globe

Globe (noun)

  1. something spherical or rounded
  2. a spherical representation of the earth, a celestial body, or the heavens
  3. earth

Globe (verb)

  1. to form into a globe

Globe (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a more or less round body or mass

    "the glassblower shaped the molten mass into a globe of remarkable thinness and clarity"

    similar: ball, orb, sphere
    related: bead, globule, egg, ellipse, loop, oval, spheroid, circle, ring, rondure, round, chunk, clump, gob, hunk, lump, nugget, wad
    near: block, cube, rectangle, square

  2. the celestial body on which we live

    "New Year's celebrations around the globe"

    similar: earth, planet, world
    related: cosmos, creation, nature, universe, ball, orb, sphere, macrocosm, microcosm, microcosmos

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Globe

The most common words with a similar meaning to Globe:

ball, orb, sphere, earth, planet, world

Related Words for Globe

bead, globule, egg, ellipse, loop, oval, spheroid, circle, ring, rondure, round, chunk, clump, gob, hunk, lump, nugget, wad, cosmos, creation, nature, universe, macrocosm, microcosm, microcosmos

Near Antonyms of Globe

block, cube, rectangle, square

Word Forms of Globe

Inflections: globed, globing

Origin & Etymology of Globe

Middle French, from Latin globus

First known use: 15th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Globe

Words & Phrases Containing Globe

globe amaranth, globe artichoke, globe mallow, globe thistle, globe-trotter, celestial globe, snow globe, the globe

Frequently Asked Questions about Globe

What does "Globe" mean?

"Globe" means something spherical or rounded. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: something spherical or rounded. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Globe"?

Other words for "Globe" include ball, orb, sphere, earth, planet and world. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Globe" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Globe"?

There are 31 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Globe". Common alternatives include ball, orb, sphere, earth, planet and world.

How do you use "Globe" in a sentence?

Examples of "Globe" in a sentence: "the glassblower shaped the molten mass into a globe of remarkable thinness and clarity"; "New Year's celebrations around the globe".

Is "Globe" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Globe" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.

Is "Globe" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B2-level word, "Globe" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+.

How do you pronounce "Globe"?

"Globe" is pronounced /ˈglōb/.

What is the origin of the word "Globe"?

"Globe" comes from Middle French, from Latin globus. First known use: 15th century.