IELTS Speaking · Vocabulary
cosmopolitan
adjective/ˌkɒzməˈpɒlɪtən/Band 8
Last updated 21 July 2026
In short
“cosmopolitan” is a Band 8 adjective that means including or influenced by people and cultures from many parts of the world. Below you'll find its pronunciation, natural example sentences, synonyms and antonyms, and the collocations that help you use it accurately in the IELTS Speaking test.
Meaning
Including or influenced by people and cultures from many parts of the world.
Example sentences
Natural, spoken examples at the level an examiner rewards.
- “London is a truly cosmopolitan city.”
- “The area has a cosmopolitan atmosphere.”
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms
multiculturalinternationalworldly
Antonyms
provincialinsular
Collocations & common phrases
Word partners that make your usage sound natural — the difference between knowing a word and using it well.
Collocations
cosmopolitan citycosmopolitan atmosphere
Common phrases
a cosmopolitan outlook
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Frequently asked questions
What does “cosmopolitan” mean?
Including or influenced by people and cultures from many parts of the world.
How do you use “cosmopolitan” in a sentence?
For example: “London is a truly cosmopolitan city.”
What are some synonyms for “cosmopolitan”?
Synonyms include multicultural, international, worldly.
Is “cosmopolitan” good vocabulary for IELTS Speaking?
Yes. It is Band 8 vocabulary, and collocations such as cosmopolitan city, cosmopolitan atmosphere help you use it naturally. Reaching for precise, less common words like this is exactly what lifts your Lexical Resource score.
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