Relating to or encompassing the whole world; worldwide. adjective
The global economy has been affected by the pandemic.
Climate change is a global issue that requires international cooperation.
Involving all parts of something; comprehensive. adjective
The company conducted a global review of its policies.
She took a global approach to solving the problem, considering all possible factors.
In computing, relating to or having an effect on the entire program or system. adjective
The variable was declared as global so it could be accessed by all functions.
Global settings in the software affect all users.