macroscopically

/ˌmækroʊˈskɑpɪkli/
adverb
  1. In a way that can be seen with the naked eye, without a microscope.
    • The doctor noted that the wound appeared clean macroscopically.
    • Macroscopically, the two minerals look very similar, but their chemical compositions differ.
    • The specimen was examined macroscopically before any samples were taken for the microscope.
  2. From a large-scale or overall perspective, ignoring tiny details.
    • The problem needs to be considered macroscopically to understand its full impact.
    • Macroscopically, the painting is a simple landscape, but up close you see many tiny brushstrokes.
    • Macroscopically, the economy is growing, even though some industries are struggling.
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