1. relating to or involving the analysis of very small quantities of material or data
Usage: technical; scientific
2. characterized by extremely detailed examination or study
Usage: academic

Examples

• The laboratory uses microanalytic techniques to study trace elements in soil samples.
• Her microanalytic approach to the text revealed subtle patterns in the author’s word choice.
• Microanalytic methods allow scientists to examine individual cells under controlled conditions.
• The research team employed microanalytic procedures to measure nanogram quantities of the compound.
• His microanalytic study of classroom interactions provided insights into student behavior.
• The microanalytic examination of the painting revealed layers of paint invisible to the naked eye.