1. reduced to atoms or fine particles
2. broken down into very small or isolated parts

1. past tense of atomize: to reduce to atoms or fine particles

Examples

• The spray nozzle atomised the liquid into a fine mist.
• The explosion atomised the building into tiny fragments.
• Modern society has become increasingly atomised.
• The powder was atomised for better absorption.
• Social media has atomised traditional communities.
• The fuel was atomised before entering the engine.
• The once-unified group became atomised after the conflict.