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micro-level

micro-level

3 5.9
Relating to the smallest parts of something, often individual people
  • adjective
  • /ˈmaɪkroʊˌlɛvəl/
: 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
1 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

33 6.1

Large in scale and about the overall system

How Detailed

micro-level
3 5.9
mid-level
23 4.0
macro
33 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.