Definitions

1. noun

A theory or doctrine that the universe or the world is composed of discrete indivisible units, such as atoms.

“The physicist’s new theory was based on the principles of atomicism and challenged the traditional views of matter.”

2. noun

A philosophical doctrine that emphasizes the importance of individual units or atoms, especially in the context of human nature or society.

“The artist’s style was characterized by atomicism, where each brushstroke was a distinct entity on its own.”