1. (noun) atomism
(psychology) a theory that reduces all mental phenomena to simple elements (sensations and feelings) that form complex ideas by association
Synonyms: atomist theory, atomistic theory, atomic theory Antonyms: holism, holistic theory
2. (noun) atomism, atomic theory, atomist theory, atomistic theory
(chemistry) any theory in which all matter is composed of tiny discrete finite indivisible indestructible particles
Synonyms: atomism, atomist theory, atomistic theory, atomic theory Antonyms: holism, holistic theory
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