late 16c., "man of the world; citizen of the world," from Greek kosmopolites "citizen of the world," from kosmos "world" (see cosmos) + polites "citizen" (see politic). In common use 17c. in a neutral sense; it faded out in 18c. but was revived from c. 1800 with a tinge of reproachfulness (opposed to patriot).
双语例句
1. You seem to be a genuine cosmopolite, " I said admiringly. "
“ 你似乎是个货真价实的世界公民, ” 我羡慕地说.
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2. At a more cosmopolite resort like Miami Beach it may be night clubs and stage shows.
