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Definition of microscopic

microscopic

/ˌmaɪ.krəˈskɑː.pɪk/
mi · cro · scop · ic
Adverb:microscopically
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microscopic Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

So small as to be visible only with a microscope; extremely minute or tiny.

Example

"The pond water was teeming with microscopic organisms invisible to the naked eye."

2

Relating to, conducted with, or aided by a microscope.

Example

"A microscopic examination of the tissue sample confirmed the diagnosis."

3

Characterized by painstakingly close, thorough, or minute attention to detail.

Example

"The auditors subjected the company's financial records to microscopic scrutiny."

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• Rhymes for microscopic

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the late 17th century from 'microscope' plus the suffix '-ic', ultimately deriving from Ancient Greek 'mikros' (small) and 'skopein' (to look at).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Microscopic. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/microscopic
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