atomize

verb
UK: /ˈætəmaɪz/
US: /ˈætəmaɪz/

  1. To divide something into many small parts or pieces.

    1. The machine can atomize the liquid into a fine spray. [ ] [ ]
    2. The company aims to atomize the large project into manageable tasks, streamlining workflow. [ ] [ ]

  2. To convert a liquid into a fine spray.

    1. The sprayer will atomize the perfume for even distribution. [ ] [ ]
    2. Modern fuel injectors efficiently atomize gasoline to improve engine combustion and efficiency. [ ] [ ]

  3. To destroy completely; obliterate.

    1. The scandal threatened to atomize his reputation. [ ] [ ]
    2. The government's policies seem to atomize the social fabric of the community. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

spray nebulize pulverize disintegrate fragment demolish
atomize adjective

  1. Reduced to fine particles or a spray.

    1. The atomized cleaner spread evenly across the counter. [ ] [ ]
    2. Using an atomized solution ensures better coverage and quicker absorption into the surface. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "atomize" in English means: To divide something into many small parts or pieces., To convert a liquid into a fine spray., To destroy completely; obliterate..

The phonetic transcription of "atomize" is /ˈætəmaɪz/ in British English and /ˈætəmaɪz/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "atomize": spray, nebulize, pulverize, disintegrate, fragment, demolish.

Example usage of "atomize": "The machine can atomize the liquid into a fine spray.". More examples on the page.