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:

  1. The ants' society is a microcosmic representation of human society.
  2. The miniature garden was a microcosmic representation of a full-sized garden.
  3. The sand castle was a microcosmic representation of a magnificent palace.
  4. The small village was a microcosmic example of how larger cities are organized.
  5. The company's organizational structure was a microcosmic representation of the larger national economy.
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