What does micro- mean?
Micro- means (diminutive) Very small..
Micro-
/ˈmaɪ.kɹə-/ · prefix
Meaning
(diminutive) Very small..
Definitions by Sense
- (diminutive) Very small.
- (metric units) One millionth.
- (micronationalism) Pertaining to an aspect of micronationalism; micronational.
Example Sentences
Near-synonyms: (prefixes) mini-, nano- (loose sense); (suffixes) -cule, -ee, -el, -et, -ette, -icle, -ie, -kin, -le, -let, -ling, -ole, -ule, -y
micro- + organism → microorganism
Gen Z is using micro-retirement to avoid burnout, find greater fulfillment in their work, and enhance their overall well-being. However, it’s not just Gen-Z: According to a survey from Side Hustles, 10% of workers are considering taking a micro-retirement and 75% thought employers should offer micro-retirement policies such as unpaid sabbaticals.
micro- + gram → microgram
micro- + wiki → MicroWiki
Synonyms for micro-
Antonyms for micro-
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Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for micro-?
Common synonyms include mini-, nano-, -ette, -ee.
What is the opposite of micro-?
Possible antonyms include super-, supra-, hyper-, ultra-.
How do you use micro- in a sentence?
Near-synonyms: (prefixes) mini-, nano- (loose sense); (suffixes) -cule, -ee, -el, -et, -ette, -icle, -ie, -kin, -le, -let, -ling, -ole, -ule, -y
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