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Microcosmic: meaning, definitions and examples

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microcosmic

 

[ maɪ.krəˈkɒz.mɪk ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

small scale

Microcosmic refers to something that is a small, representative scale of something larger, often reflecting or encapsulating the characteristics of the larger entity. It is commonly used to describe small systems that illustrate complex processes or phenomena found in larger systems.

Synonyms

microscopic, miniature, small-scale

Examples of usage

  • The village is a microcosmic representation of the entire country.
  • Her study provided a microcosmic view of global warming effects.
  • The artist's work often presents microcosmic elements of society.

Translations

Translations of the word "microcosmic" in other languages:

🇵🇹 microcósmico

🇮🇳 सूक्ष्म जगत संबंधी

🇩🇪 mikrokosmisch

🇮🇩 mikrokosmos

🇺🇦 мікрокосмічний

🇵🇱 mikrokosmiczny

🇯🇵 ミクロコスミック

🇫🇷 microcosmique

🇪🇸 microcósmico

🇹🇷 mikrokozmos

🇰🇷 미세 우주적인

🇸🇦 مايكروكوزمي

🇨🇿 mikrokosmický

🇸🇰 mikrokosmický

🇨🇳 微观宇宙的

🇸🇮 mikrokosmičen

🇮🇸 smáheimsins

🇰🇿 микрокосмдік

🇬🇪 მიკრომოსკოპული

🇦🇿 mikrokozmos

🇲🇽 microcósmico

Etymology

The term 'microcosmic' originates from the Greek word 'mikros,' meaning 'small,' and 'kosmos,' meaning 'world' or 'universe.' The term has its roots in the philosophical debate about the relationship between small and large systems, where the microcosm is seen as reflecting the macrocosm. This concept has been explored in various fields such as philosophy, literature, and science throughout history. In ancient philosophy, particularly in works by Plato and later thinkers, the idea that individuals or small entities can reflect the greater universe was prevalent. This notion continued to evolve through the Renaissance and into modern science, where microcosmic examples are used to illustrate complex scientific theories in a more digestible format.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #33,807 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.