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atomizes Meaning & Definition

ˈa-tə-ˌmīz

What Does Atomizes Mean?

Atomizes is used as a verb meaning to treat as made up of many discrete units. It can also mean to reduce to minute particles or to a fine spray.

Word Facts for Atomizes

Part of speechverb
Pronunciation/ˈa-tə-ˌmīz/
Syllables3
First known use1865

Atomizes Definition (Verb)

  1. to treat as made up of many discrete units
  2. to reduce to minute particles or to a fine spray
  3. divide, fragment

    an atomized society

  4. to deprive of meaningful ties to others

    atomized individuals

  5. to subject to attack by nuclear weapons

Synonyms of Atomizes

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Atomizes in a Sentence

an atomized society

atomized individuals

Word Forms & Grammar

at·om·ized

at·om·iz·ing

at·om·i·za·tion noun

atomization

atomizations

atomize

atomized

atomizes

atomizing

First Known Use

1865

How to Pronounce Atomizes

The standard pronunciation of atomizes is /ˈa-tə-ˌmīz/, spoken in 3 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (a).

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