cosmopolitan
UK: /ˌkɒzməˈpɒlɪtən/ | US: /ˌkɑːzməˈpɑːlɪtən/
adj. 1. Belonging to or representative of all parts of the world; globally inclusive.
adj. 2. Sophisticated and familiar with many cultures.
n. 3. A person who is free from local or national prejudices and at home in many countries.
The word "cosmopolitan" originates from Greek kosmopolitēs (κοσμοπολίτης), combining kosmos (κόσμος, "world" or "universe") and politēs (πολίτης, "citizen"). The term reflects the ancient Stoic philosophy of viewing oneself as a "citizen of the world," transcending local loyalties. Over time, it evolved to describe people or places with broad cultural exposure and a global outlook. The morpheme cosmo retains its Greek meaning of "world," while polit derives from polis (city), reflecting the idea of civic belonging. The suffix -an denotes association, forming an adjective or noun.
New York is a cosmopolitan city with residents from every corner of the globe.
Her cosmopolitan upbringing allowed her to adapt easily to different cultures.
The conference attracted cosmopolitans who spoke multiple languages fluently.
He prided himself on having a cosmopolitan taste in music and art.
The restaurant’s menu reflects a cosmopolitan blend of flavors from Asia, Europe, and the Americas.