Atomizing: meaning, definitions and examples
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atomizing
[ ˈætəˌmaɪzɪŋ ]
chemistry
Reducing (a substance) to minute particles or atoms.
Synonyms
break down, disintegrate, fragmentize.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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atomizing |
This appears to be a repetition of 'atomizing' listed before. It carries the same meaning as described earlier.
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disintegrate |
Use when something is falling apart or being destroyed into small pieces, often suggesting a complete and thorough breakdown.
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break down |
Use when describing the process of decomposing or separating something into smaller components, often used in chemical reactions, problems, or mechanical processes.
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fragmentize |
Use when describing the process of breaking something into small, distinct pieces or fragments, often used in scientific or technical contexts.
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Examples of usage
- The process of atomizing the liquid into a fine mist is essential for the experiment.
- After atomizing the sample, the scientist observed the individual particles under the microscope.
technology
Breaking down (a complex system) into smaller, simpler components.
Synonyms
decompose, disassemble, dismantle.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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atomizing |
Utilized in scientific and industrial contexts where something is broken into its smallest particles or droplets, such as in physics, chemistry, or medicine.
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Examples of usage
- The software developer is atomizing the code to improve its readability and maintainability.
- By atomizing the project into smaller tasks, the team was able to achieve better efficiency.
Translations
Translations of the word "atomizing" in other languages:
🇵🇹 atomizando
🇮🇳 परमाणुकरण
🇩🇪 zerstäuben
🇮🇩 mengatomisasi
🇺🇦 атомізування
🇵🇱 atomizowanie
🇯🇵 噴霧化
🇫🇷 atomisation
🇪🇸 atomización
🇹🇷 atomize etme
🇰🇷 분무
🇸🇦 تذرية
🇨🇿 atomizace
🇸🇰 atomizácia
🇨🇳 雾化
🇸🇮 atomizacija
🇮🇸 smækkun
🇰🇿 атомизация
🇬🇪 ატომიზაცია
🇦🇿 atomizasiya
🇲🇽 atomización
Etymology
The word 'atomizing' originates from the noun 'atom', which dates back to ancient Greek philosophy. The concept of atoms as indivisible particles was proposed by Leucippus and Democritus in the 5th century BC. In modern usage, 'atomizing' has evolved to describe the process of breaking down substances or systems into smaller components.
See also: atom, atomic, atomization, atomize, atomizer, subatomic.
Word Frequency Rank
This word's position of #31,467 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.
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