Atomistically
Also called atomic theory. Philosophy. the theory that minute, discrete, finite, and indivisible elements are the ultimate constituents of all matter.
Psychology. a method or theory that reduces all psychological phenomena to simple elements.
noun
an ancient philosophical theory, developed by Democritus and expounded by Lucretius, that the ultimate constituents of the universe are atoms See atom (sense 3)
any of a number of theories that hold that some objects or phenomena can be explained as constructed out of a small number of distinct types of simple indivisible entities
any theory that holds that an understanding of the parts is logically prior to an understanding of the whole Compare holism (sense 3)
(psychol) the theory that experiences and mental states are composed of elementary units
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to reduce to . to reduce to fine particles or spray. to destroy (a target) by bombing, especially with an . to split into many sections, groups, factions, etc.; fragmentize: Critics say the group has atomized around several leaders. Contemporary Examples Foer argues that our digital lives are giving way to atomization and deep societal […]
- Atomizer
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- Aton
a solar deity declared by Amenhotep IV to be the only god, represented as a solar disk with rays ending in human hands. Historical Examples “They have something about like that on Aton,” one of the Mardukan officers said. Space Viking Henry Beam Piper Aton was one of the forms of the Sun, and perhaps […]
- Atone
to make amends or reparation, as for an offense or a crime, or for an offender (usually followed by for): to atone for one’s sins. to make up, as for errors or deficiencies (usually followed by for): to atone for one’s failings. Obsolete. to become reconciled; agree. to make amends for; expiate: He atoned his […]
- Atonal
of, relating to, or marked by . Contemporary Examples American Idol’s eccentric, atonal auditioners make us laugh—and then we never see them again. The 14 Biggest Freaks of the Idol Auditions Richard Rushfield February 2, 2010 Historical Examples Another time, when they booed an atonal piece, he repeated it immediately. The World’s Great Men of […]