Macrocosm — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈma-krə-ˌkä-zəm/ mac·ro·cosm

Meaning & Definition of Macrocosm

Macrocosm (noun)

  1. the great world, universe
  2. a complex that is a large-scale reproduction of one of its constituents

Macrocosm (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. the whole body of things observed or assumed

    "almost the entirety of the vast macrocosm remains beyond our reach"

    related: existence, reality

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Macrocosm

The most common words with a similar meaning to Macrocosm:

Near Antonyms of Macrocosm

Word Forms of Macrocosm

Derived words: macrocosmic (adjective), macrocosmically (adverb)

Origin & Etymology of Macrocosm

borrowed from French & Medieval Latin; French macrocosme, going back to Middle French, borrowed from Medieval Latin macrocosmus, from macro- macro- + -cosmus, in microcosmus microcosm

First known use: 1602

Frequently Asked Questions about Macrocosm

What does "Macrocosm" mean?

"Macrocosm" means the great world, universe. As a noun, it is defined as: the great world, universe.

What is another word for "Macrocosm"?

Other words for "Macrocosm" include cosmos, creation, nature, universe and world. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Macrocosm" you intend.

How do you use "Macrocosm" in a sentence?

Examples of "Macrocosm" in a sentence: "almost the entirety of the vast macrocosm remains beyond our reach".

Is "Macrocosm" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Macrocosm" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Macrocosm"?

"Macrocosm" is pronounced /ˈma-krə-ˌkä-zəm/ and divided into syllables as mac·ro·cosm.

What is the origin of the word "Macrocosm"?

"Macrocosm" comes from borrowed from French & Medieval Latin; French macrocosme, going back to Middle French, borrowed from Medieval Latin macrocosmus, from macro- macro- + -cosmus, in microcosmus microcosm. First known use: 1602.

What is another word for "Macrocosm" meaning "the whole body of things observed or assumed"?

When "Macrocosm" (noun) means the whole body of things observed or assumed, synonyms include cosmos, creation, nature, universe and world.

What words are related to "Macrocosm"?

Words related to "Macrocosm" include existence and reality.