microscopic
Translation
microscopic
Examples
The bacteria are microscopic and cannot be seen easily.
The bacteria are microscopic and cannot be seen easily.
She paid microscopic attention to every detail.
She paid microscopic attention to every detail.
Grammar Patterns
microscopic ((noun)) extremely small The bacteria are microscopic.
Similar Words
Synonyms: tiny, minuscule; Antonyms: macroscopic, huge
Etymology
From 'microscope' + '-ic' (adjective suffix). It means relating to a microscope or so small as to be visible only with a microscope.
Memory Tips
Remember that it describes something so small you need a 'microscope' to see it.