Unicellular

Pronunciation: /ˌjuːnɪˈsɛljələr/

Unicellular (adjective)

  1. Made up of only one cell, often microscopic and capable of performing all life functions.

Examples

  • A unicellular organism can survive in extreme environments.
  • A unicellular organism is made of only one cell.

Common collocations: unicellular life, unicellular species, unicellular structure

Synonyms of Unicellular

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Unicellular

  • — Describes organisms made up of multiple cells.