Microcosmic
(adjective)
Representing or embodying a smaller or less complex version of a larger system or pattern of life or the universe.
Origin:
Late 16th century: from micro- "small" + cosm- + -ic.
Examples:
- The ants' society is a microcosmic representation of human society.
- The miniature garden was a microcosmic representation of a full-sized garden.
- The sand castle was a microcosmic representation of a magnificent palace.
- The small village was a microcosmic example of how larger cities are organized.
- The company's organizational structure was a microcosmic representation of the larger national economy.