world capital
A "world capital" can refer to influential cities historically, currently, or hypothetically significant in global governance, finance, or culture.
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Definition
B2Global Governance
(figurative, modern)A city that serves as a central hub for international organizations, diplomacy, and global governance.
Example
- New York City is often considered a world capital due to hosting the United Nations headquarters.
B2Historical Influence
(historical, figurative)A city historically considered the most important due to its significant influence and power.
Example
- Rome was once viewed as a world capital during the height of the Roman Empire.
C1Hypothetical Governance
(speculative, theoretical)A city proposed as the capital of a unified global government.
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