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microscope Synonyms

Another word for microscope

Choosing another word for microscope depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

An optical or electronic instrument used for viewing very small objects, such as cells or microorganisms, typically by magnifying them several hundred times.

Usage Example

"The biology students used a scope to examine the detailed structure of an onion cell."

Strong
scope
Weak
magnifier

• noun (Context 2)

A state of close, intense scrutiny or critical observation, often used in the phrase 'under the microscope'.

Usage Example

"Following the data breach, the tech company's security practices were put under the scrutiny by federal regulators."

Strong
scrutiny
spotlight
inspection
examination
investigation

• Nearby Words

micropolitan
microprocessor
microscooter
microscope
microscopic
microscopically
microsecond

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Microscope. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/microscope
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