microcosm Meaning & Definition
/ˈmaɪ.kɹə(ʊ)ˌkɒz.əm/
What Does Microcosm Mean?
As a noun, microcosm means Human nature or the human body as representative of the wider universe; man considered as a miniature counterpart of divine or universal nature. It can also mean The human body; a person.
Quick Facts About Microcosm
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈmaɪ.kɹə(ʊ)ˌkɒz.əm/ |
| Syllables | 4 |
| Antonyms | macrocosm |
| Plural | microcosms |
Microcosm Definition (Noun)
- Human nature or the human body as representative of the wider universe; man considered as a miniature counterpart of divine or universal nature.
- The human body; a person.
- A smaller system which is seen as representative of a larger one.
- A small natural ecosystem; an artificial ecosystem set up as an experimental model.
Synonyms of Microcosm
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Microcosm synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Microcosm
Word Forms & Grammar
microcosm (plural microcosms)
Words That Rhyme With Microcosm
Origin of Microcosm
From French microcosme, from Latin microcosmus, from Ancient Greek μικρός (mikrós, “small”) + κόσμος (kósmos, “universe, order”), equivalent to micro- + -cosm.
How to Pronounce Microcosm
The standard pronunciation of microcosm is /ˈmaɪ.kɹə(ʊ)ˌkɒz.əm/, spoken in 4 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (maɪ).
Microcosm: Your Questions Answered
What part of speech is microcosm?
Microcosm is a noun.
What is the opposite of microcosm?
The opposite of microcosm is macrocosm.
What is the plural of microcosm?
The plural of microcosm is microcosms.