globalisation
Translation
globalization
Examples
Globalisation has changed the world economy.
Globalization has changed the world economy.
The effects of globalisation are widely debated.
The effects of globalization are widely debated.
Grammar Patterns
(subject/object) the process by which businesses or other organizations develop international influence Globalization has changed the world economy.
Similar Words
Synonyms: internationalization, universalization
Etymology
From 'global' + '-ize' (verb-forming suffix) + '-ation' (noun-forming suffix). The process of making something global.
Memory Tips
This is the process ('-ation') of the world becoming more connected, like a single 'globe'. The British spelling is 'globalisation'.