Cosmopolis
[ kahz-MAHP-ə-ləs ]
Part of speech: noun
Origin: Greek, mid 19th century
1 .
A city inhabited by people from many different countries.
Examples of Cosmopolis in a sentence
" When it comes to the nickname "Capital of the World," no cosmopolis is more deserving than London. "
" In a comic book cosmopolis, the population may include humans and alien life. "
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About Cosmopolis
This noun originated from the combination of the Greek words "kosmos" (world) + "polis" (city), creating "cosmopolis" (city of the world). A cosmopolis is a city that represents people from many different countries, meaning that it is a city that represents a sample of the "kosmos."
Did you Know?
If you're looking for a true cosmopolis, look no further than New York City. Home to around 8.6 million people, New York is one of the most diverse cities in the world; citizens and residents speak around 800 different languages. If you want to pinpoint the most diverse borough, Queens is your best bet.
