amoeba

/əˈmiːbə/ or /əˈmēbə/

Definitions

1. noun

A single-celled organism that lacks a true nucleus and is typically microscopic.

“The amoeba was visible under the microscope due to its distinctive shape and movement.”

Synonyms

  • microorganism
  • protozoan

Antonyms

  • macroorganism
  • multicellular