MICRO Synonyms: 119 Similar and Opposite Words

micro

adjective

Definition of micro

as in mini

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Recent Examples of micro Think single-dot designs, slim vertical stripes, and micro French tips, or a single hibiscus flower painted on an accent nail. — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 3 July 2026 The other challenger, Flipkart, also said last week that its quick service offering, Minutes, has over 1,000 micro fulfilment centers across more than 130 cities. — Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 2 July 2026 This week, new data from Statusphere reveals a shift in how micro-influencer content is being treated and how AI is changing the way brands are using that content. — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 2 July 2026 And would force me to be very obsessive, in bad ways, about these small, little, micro transactions. — Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 30 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for micro

Recent Examples of Synonyms for micro

Adjective

This edition of Dynamite was built more like a mini pay-per-view than a weekly television show.

— Rob Wolkenbrod, Forbes.com, 9 July 2026
OpenAI has launched two new voice models, GPT-Live-1 and a smaller mini version, designed to sound more human and handle conversation more smoothly.

— Beatrice Nolan, Fortune, 9 July 2026

Definition of mini

Adjective

There is currently an asset protection structure that is making its way around social media that is aimed for smallish real estate investors.

— Jay Adkisson, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
While the skill is one thing, Grier says smallish players like Stenberg and Lin need to be competitive.

— Curtis Pashelka, Mercury News, 27 June 2026

Definition of smallish

Adjective

The Act turns those concerns into model-weight security, critical safety incident reporting, support for open-source maintainers and research security.

— Paulo Carvão, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
Other model-specific details include Union Jacks embossed onto the sun visors, an Earls Court 1951 logo stitched into the headrests, and a wooden gear shifter.

— Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 18 June 2026

Definition of model

Adjective

In contrast, instruments on the FireSat satellites will be able to detect small brush and roadside fires 16 feet across.

— Eric Niiler, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
At the Cannes Film Festival in May, the model Toni Garrn made a striking appearance in a blue-black bustier dress embroidered with small petals.

— Amy Verner, Vogue, 6 July 2026

Definition of small

Adjective

Touching infested water, even just a splash, can risk infection, as microscopic larvae swimming along the surface are able to wriggle through skin.

— William McCarthy, NPR, 4 July 2026
The culprit, Cyclospora cayetanensis, is a microscopic parasite that’s found in human feces.

— Caroline Kee, NBC news, 3 July 2026

Definition of microscopic

Adjective

The same goes for discovering petite-friendly clothing brands with styles that not only fit, but also flatter shorter frames.

— Destinee Scott, Travel + Leisure, 6 July 2026
My mom stands just under 5 foot 2 inches tall, and she’s sworn by the petite-friendly Gloria Vanderbilt Classic Tapered Amanda Jeans for more than 15 years.

— Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 5 July 2026