ˈ ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷ˌmīz transitive verb
( -ed/-ing/-s )
Usage: see -ize
1. : to reduce to minute particles
the TNT atomized the bridge
2. : to convert (a liquid or solid) to a fine spray, minute particles, or light dust
atomized fuel oil
atomized soft coal
an atomized medicated powder
3.
a. : to divide in atomistic multiplicity
alone in an unsympathetic atomized society
b. : to view or treat as made up of discrete or atomistic units rather than as an organismic whole
atomizing human behavior
4. : to subject (a place) to an atomic attack : devastate by atomic bombing
5. : to individualize or cause to lose social cohesion
contacts with Europeans have atomized some native cultures