MICRO

Meaning

Very small in scale or scope.

Etymology

Origin: Ancient Greek

From micro-, typically as shortened forms for modern words formed with the prefix, ultimately from Ancient Greek μικρός (mikrós, “small”).

Synonyms & Antonyms

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 7 recorded puzzles:

• 2026-09-26OCHIMRU
• 2025-11-18MAORIKC
• 2025-08-31CUHRIMO
• 2025-08-22CFOMINR
• 2024-11-20RACIKMO
• 2024-03-12OCRNIFM
• 2023-11-30IACMORT