small-scale

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small-scale

A small-scale model of a historic ship sits on a display shelf.

Definition
  1. Adjective:
    • Limited in size, scope, or extent: Refers to something that is not large or extensive in its physical dimensions, range of operations, or overall impact.
    • Created or represented at a reduced size: Refers to a model, map, drawing, or plan that is a miniature or reduced representation of a larger original.
Examples of Usage
  • Adjective:
    • The community supports several small-scale farms that sell produce locally.
    • They started with a small-scale marketing campaign to test their strategy.
    • The architect presented a small-scale model of the proposed building.
    • For our hike, we only needed a small-scale map of the trail network.
Advanced Usage
  • "small-scale enterprise": A business that operates with limited resources, employees, or market reach.
    • Government grants are available to support small-scale enterprises in the technology sector.
  • "small-scale production": Manufacturing or creation of goods in limited quantities, often associated with craftsmanship or pilot projects.
    • The artist is known for her small-scale production of hand-blown glass ornaments.
Variants and Related Words
  • Pocket-size (also pocket-sized) (adj): Small enough to fit in a pocket; very compact or limited in scope.
    • He carries a pocket-size edition of the dictionary.
  • Modest (adj): Relatively small in size, amount, or scope; not excessive or grandiose.
    • They live in a modest house.
  • Limited (adj): Restricted in size, amount, or extent; not unlimited.
    • We have a limited budget for this project.
Synonyms
  • Minor: Lesser in importance, seriousness, or size.
  • Compact: Closely and neatly packed together; small and efficient in size.
  • Miniature: Very small of its kind; a small-scale representation.
Antonyms
  • Large-scale: Extensive in size, scope, or extent; done or made on a large size.
  • Major: Greater in importance, seriousness, or size.
  • Extensive: Covering a large area; having a wide range or scope.
small-scale

A small-scale model of a historic ship sits on a display shelf.

Adjective
  1. limited in size or scope
    • a small business
    • a newspaper with a modest circulation
    • small-scale plans
    • a pocket-size country
  2. created or drawn on a small scale
    • small-scale maps
    • a small-scale model

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