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wurldz
Worlds (adv) means to a great degree; by far (used for emphasis, as in "worlds apart" or "worlds better"). Example: “Her cooking is worlds ahead of anything I could manage at home.”
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To a great degree; by far (used for emphasis, as in "worlds apart" or "worlds better").
"Her cooking is worlds ahead of anything I could manage at home."
"The new phone is worlds better than the last model."
"Their opinions on the matter were worlds apart."
How to use worlds
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA way of saying "by a huge margin," almost always in fixed phrases like "worlds apart" or "worlds better."
Common pairings
worlds apart
worlds better
worlds away
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What does “worlds” mean?
The word “worlds” means to a great degree; by far (used for emphasis, as in "worlds apart" or "worlds better"). In plain terms, a way of saying "by a huge margin," almost always in fixed phrases like "worlds apart" or "worlds better.".
How do you pronounce “worlds”?
“Worlds” is pronounced wurldz (/wɝldz/ in IPA).
How do you use “worlds” in a sentence?
Here is “worlds” used in a sentence: “The new phone is worlds better than the last model.”
What part of speech is “worlds”?
“Worlds” is an adverb.
Is “worlds” a common word?
“Worlds” is a fairly common word in modern English.
Is using "worlds" in phrases like "worlds better" formal or informal?
Using "worlds" as an emphatic adverb, as in "worlds better" or "worlds apart," is informal and conversational. In formal writing, "far better" or "vastly better" is usually preferred.
What is the difference between "worlds apart" and "a world apart"?
"Worlds apart" stresses an extreme difference and is the more common idiom, while "a world apart" describes something set off on its own or notably distinct. Both convey separation, but "worlds apart" is stronger.
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