international
UK: ˌɪntəˈnæʃənəl | US: ˌɪntərˈnæʃənəl
adj. relating to or involving two or more nations
adj. existing or occurring between nations
n. (sports) a game or contest between teams representing different countries
The word "international" combines the Latin-derived prefix "inter-" (meaning "between") with "nation" (from Latin "natio," meaning "people" or "country") and the suffix "-al" (forming adjectives). It emerged in the late 18th century, reflecting the growing interconnectedness of nations during the Enlightenment and Industrial Revolution. The term was popularized by philosopher Jeremy Bentham to describe legal principles governing relations between states.
The company expanded its operations to serve international markets.
She works for an international humanitarian organization.
The football match was an exciting international event.
Climate change requires international cooperation to address effectively.
He holds an international driving permit for his travels abroad.