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micro-level

micro-level

1 5.9
Relating to the smallest parts of something, often individual people
  • adjective
  • /ˈmaɪkroʊˌlɛvəl/
translation icon : micronivel
  • To fully understand the community's needs, we must analyze issues at a micro-level.

Examples

  • Rather, the data was collected at the micro-level, reading each word of each page, making notes whenever a single reference to a human service profession appeared and the number of paragraphs that contained these references.

    Academic text (2009)
  • On a micro level, developers are faced with the challenge of complying with the new, stricter regulations.

    Academic text (2002)
  • I do not see alleviation coming from anywhere but at the micro level.

    Academic text (1992)
  • Sustainable development does not mean that there will be no conflicts or adjustments, particularly at the micro level.

    Academic text (1992)
  • Regional economic cooperation is a broad topic, and I would like to focus on a micro level and then relate it to the continuing discussion.

    Academic text (1992)
  • But when it comes to highly local and micro-level issues, you'll see me step up to the plate.

    Blog text (25)
  • In terms of concept, his study is aimed at a more micro-level evaluation of specific programs, while the current study addresses the macro question of how conservation programs are doing in the aggregate.

    Academic text (1992)
  • The researcher chose to examine the data at a micro-level to identify specific trends.

  • Addressing environmental concerns requires a micro-level approach to tackle waste management.

Synonyms

microscopic
vsmicro-level
6 6.4

Paying close attention to small details

focuses on the smallest parts or individual aspects rather than method
microanalytical
vsmicro-level
  • Formal
8.9

Showing very careful study of very small details

is about focusing on smallest parts generally rather than the technical analysis process

Antonyms

3 6.1

Large in scale and about the overall system

How Detailed

micro-level
1 5.9
mid-level
4.0
macro
3 6.1

Surface Forms

micro-level positive

Morphology

micro-level = level (transparent) = micro + level

The word is formed transparently from the prefix micro- meaning 'small' and the noun level.

Etymology

Micro-level combines micro- meaning 'small', as in microscope or microphone, and level meaning 'stage' or 'scale'. So, micro-level describes looking at the smallest, most detailed parts or the behavior of individuals.