Acculturation: This is the process by which individuals adopt the cultural traits or social patterns of another group. It's like trying a dish at the potluck and liking it so much that you start making it at home regularly.
Cultural Diffusion: This is the spread of cultural beliefs and social activities from one group to another. It's like if you took the recipe for that dish you liked at the potluck and shared it with your friends who weren't there.
Globalization: This refers to the process by which businesses or other organizations develop international influence or start operating on an international scale. It's like if that dish became so popular that restaurants all over started serving it.