Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

under-the-microscope

Phrase

/ˈʌndər ðə ˈmaɪkrəskoʊp/

Definition

In a situation where something is examined very closely or carefully.

Examples

The scientist put the sample under-the-microscope to observe its structure.
In the meeting, our proposal was placed under-the-microscope for review.
After the incident, the company found itself under-the-microscope of public opinion.

Meaning

The phrase ‘under-the-microscope’ refers to the act of scrutinizing or analyzing something in great detail, often to discover flaws or to understand its true nature.