atomization
noun
the act or process of splitting into smaller parts, sections, groups, etc.; fragmentation or disintegration.
atomisation
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a variation of
atomization.
Example Sentences
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I sometimes wonder if the profound atomisation and isolation of the pandemic might have brought home to people how essential human connection, physical connection, is for us all.
From The Guardian ● Oct. 4, 2020
“It’s in a gated community, which for a long time I’ve thought typifies social atomisation and despised. But I’ll tell you something – it gives me solace right now.”
From The Guardian ● Mar. 27, 2020
Even classical liberals who were most insistent on removing constraints on individual freedom agonised about atomisation.
From Economist ● Jan. 25, 2018
Where there is atomisation, we will create a thriving civic life.
From The Guardian ● Sep. 9, 2017
To say that atomisation and fear will not destroy us, and to hear it said by Jo Cox’s husband is moving.
From The Guardian ● Feb. 22, 2017
