microscopic (B2)
adjective
Pronunciation: /ˌmaɪ.kroʊˈskɑː.pɪk/
Definition
Extremely small, to the point of being invisible or very difficult to see without the aid of a microscope.
Examples
Bacteria are microscopic organisms that can cause disease.
The scientist examined the microscopic structures of the plant cell.
Dust mites are microscopic creatures that live in our homes.
How to Use microscopic
- microscopic level (collocation)
- Referring to the smallest scale of observation, typically with a microscope. — "We are studying the virus at a microscopic level."
- microscopic view (collocation)
- The appearance of something when seen through a microscope. — "The microscopic view revealed intricate patterns within the crystal."
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