巨視的
Meanings
1
macroscopic
Used in scientific or analytical contexts to describe viewing something from a large-scale, overall perspective, often contrasted with 微視的 (microscopic).
Antonyms: 微視的
It is necessary to analyze the economy from a macroscopic perspective.
2
comprehensive; broad; all-inclusive
Extended figurative use meaning taking a wide, overall view without focusing on details; similar to 'big-picture' in English.
Let's look at the problem from a broad perspective.
Usage patterns
- 〈事〉を巨視的に見るto look at something from a macroscopic perspective
It's important to look at economic trends from a macroscopic perspective.
- 巨視的な視点a macroscopic viewpoint
We need to analyze the problem from a macroscopic viewpoint.
- 巨視的な観点から〈事〉from a macroscopic standpoint, ~
Policies should be evaluated from a macroscopic standpoint.
- 巨視的に考えるto think about something in broad, big-picture terms
We are being asked to think about the company's future in big-picture terms.