world; society; realm; domain
Meanings
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the world; the universe; the totality of all things in nature and human society
neutralA broad, comprehensive term for all of existence.
The world is so vast that nothing is too strange to exist.
His worldview was influenced by this trip.
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Biodiversity is crucial for the world.
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world; universe (Buddhist term)
formalSpecific to Buddhist cosmology, often used in phrases like '大千世界'.
Buddhist scriptures often speak of the great thousand worlds.
In Buddhism, a single flower is a world unto itself.
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the world; all places on Earth
neutralRefers to the global geographic scope.
He dreams of traveling around the world.
People all over the world celebrate the New Year.
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A world map is hanging on the classroom wall.
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the ways of the world; current social climate or morality
informalOften used rhetorically to comment on social norms or the state of affairs.
What kind of world is this now, that still allows you to be unreasonable?
In this day and age, one must be honest and trustworthy.
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realm; domain; sphere of activity; world (metaphorical)
neutralRefers to a specific field, area of interest, or mental sphere.
His inner world is very rich.
The world of children is full of imagination.
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She has made significant achievements in the world of science.
The world of art and social reality are often different.