Main Entry: at·om·is·tic

Pronunciation: \ˌa-tə-ˈmis-tik\

Function: adjective

Date: 1809

1 : of or relating to atoms or atomism
2 : composed of many simple elements; also : characterized by or resulting from division into unconnected or antagonistic fragments <an atomistic society>

— at·om·is·ti·cal·ly \-ti-k(ə-)lē\ adverb