macrocosm — the whole of a complex structure, especially the universe, contrasted with a small or representative part of it
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the whole of a complex structure, especially the universe, contrasted with a small or representative part of it
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmækroʊkɑːzəm/
Korean meaning: 거대한 우주, 대우주; 복잡한 구조의 전체
Korean pronunciation: 매-크로-카즘 (강세: 매)
Example Sentences
- My messy room is a microcosm of the chaotic macrocosm that is my entire life.
- The philosopher studied how individual behavior reflects the macrocosm of society.
- In ancient times, people believed that humans were a microcosm of the divine macrocosm.
macrocosm
NOUN//ˈmækroʊkɑːzəm//
the whole of a complex structure, especially the universe, contrasted with a small or representative part of it
The universe versus its tiny part
Bridge the chasm with cosmic enthusiasm!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
그리스어에서 온 단어로, '크다'를 뜻하는 'makros'와 '세계, 질서'를 뜻하는 'kosmos'가 결합된 말입니다. 중세 철학자들이 우주 전체를 인간 개체(microcosm)와 대비하여 사용하기 시작했습니다.
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📝Examples
“My messy room is a microcosm of the chaotic macrocosm that is my entire life.”
“The philosopher studied how individual behavior reflects the macrocosm of society.”
“In ancient times, people believed that humans were a microcosm of the divine macrocosm.”
“The CEO's office drama somehow became a perfect microcosm of the corporate macrocosm's dysfunction.”
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