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miniaturistic

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˌmɪnɪətʃəˈrɪstɪk/

KK: /ˌmɪniətʃəˈrɪstɪk/

adjective
Definition

Relating to or characterized by very small and detailed representations or designs.


Example

The artist created a miniaturistic model of the city, capturing every tiny detail.


Conversation
Sloth A
I just saw this amazing model of a city, and it was so miniaturistic!
Sloth B
That sounds cool! I love detailed models like that.
Sloth A
Yeah, the attention to detail was incredible; every tiny building was perfect.
Sloth B
I can imagine! I’d love to see it in person.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
diminutive
petite
tiny
Antonyms
gigantic
enormous
massive
Root Explanation

Miniaturistic → It is formed from "miniature" (from Latin *minutus*, meaning small) and the suffix "-istic" (meaning pertaining to or characteristic of). The word "miniaturistic" refers to something that is characteristic of or related to small or miniature representations.

Memory Tip

Think of 'miniature' meaning small, and '-istic' indicating a characteristic. This helps you remember that 'miniaturistic' describes something that relates to being small or miniature.

Visually Confused Words
naturistic
seminaristic
naturalistic
militaristic
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