worldling

noun

Definition of worldlingnext
as in cosmopolitan

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  1. cosmopolitan
  2. sophisticate
  3. metropolitan
  4. cosmopolite
Noun
  • Wildlife fanatics flock to Masai Mara for once-in-a-lifetime safaris, beach lovers island-hop through the turquoise waters of the Lamu Archipelago, and cosmopolitans appreciate Nairobi's growing culinary and art scene.
    Hannah Towey, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2024
  • Just like globalization forced us all to become cosmopolitans (citizens of the universe) by breaking spatial boundaries, the aging of the internet compels us to become archeopolitans—citizens of an archive—by breaking down temporal boundaries.
    Carl Öhman, TIME, 31 July 2024
Definition of cosmopolitan
Noun
  • With its striking clear glass decanter, Plata makes a perfect gift for novices, sophisticates, and home bartenders.
    Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 25 Nov. 2024
  • Want to make your witch a mid-century modern sophisticate?
    James Powel, USA TODAY, 25 Oct. 2024
Definition of sophisticate
Noun
  • From Atlantic beaches to Western mountains to central metropolitans, there’s a destination suited to every type of traveler.
    Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 14 Dec. 2024
  • Fort Myers Known as the gateway to Southwest Florida, Fort Myers is an all-in-one vacation destination that effortlessly blends a vibrant metropolitan with tranquil beaches, cultural attractions, and great dining.
    Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 29 Oct. 2024
Definition of metropolitan
Noun
  • In one scene, the function of food as a status symbol for globe-trotting cosmopolites becomes clear.
    AMELIA LESTER, New York Times, 18 Apr. 2018
  • Born in France into a Turkish family, Shafak, 46, is the ultimate modern cosmopolite.
    John Timpane, Philly.com, 24 Jan. 2018
Definition of cosmopolite
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