A1 noun Neutre

atomic

/əˈtɒm.ɪk/

Atomic relates to the very small parts called atoms that make up everything in the world. It is often used to describe science, energy, or very small things.

Exemples

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1

The scientist studied the atomic parts of the rock.

The scientist studied the atomic parts of the rock.

2

The international treaty governs the use of atomic energy.

The international treaty governs the use of atomic energy.

3

This watch is so precise because it uses an atomic clock.

This watch is so precise because it uses an atomic clock.

Famille de mots

Nom
atom
Verb
atomize
Adverbe
atomically
Adjectif
atomic
Apparenté
atomicity
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Astuce mémo

Think of 'A-Tom': a very small person (atom) who has 'atomic' (giant) power.

Quiz rapide

The power plant produces _____ energy for the whole city.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : atomic

Exemples

1

The scientist studied the atomic parts of the rock.

everyday

The scientist studied the atomic parts of the rock.

2

The international treaty governs the use of atomic energy.

formal

The international treaty governs the use of atomic energy.

3

This watch is so precise because it uses an atomic clock.

informal

This watch is so precise because it uses an atomic clock.

4

Each element has a specific atomic number on the periodic table.

academic

Each element has a specific atomic number on the periodic table.

5

Our company is investing in new atomic power technology.

business

Our company is investing in new atomic power technology.

Famille de mots

Nom
atom
Verb
atomize
Adverbe
atomically
Adjectif
atomic
Apparenté
atomicity

Collocations courantes

atomic energy power created by atoms
atomic bomb a powerful weapon using nuclear energy
atomic number the number of protons in an atom
atomic clock a very accurate type of clock
atomic structure the way an atom is organized

Phrases Courantes

atomic age

the period of history after the first nuclear bomb

atomic level

looking at things at the scale of atoms

atomic weight

the mass of a single atom

Souvent confondu avec

atomic vs automatic

Automatic means a machine works by itself; atomic refers to science and atoms.

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Notes d'usage

Use this word when talking about science, chemistry, or nuclear power. It is almost always used as an adjective before a noun.

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Erreurs courantes

Some learners use 'atomic' when they mean 'automatic' because the words sound similar.

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Astuce mémo

Think of 'A-Tom': a very small person (atom) who has 'atomic' (giant) power.

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Origine du mot

From the Greek 'atomos', meaning 'something that cannot be divided or cut'.

Modèles grammaticaux

Used as an adjective before a noun. Does not have a comparative form (you cannot say 'more atomic').
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Contexte culturel

The term 'Atomic Age' refers to the 1950s culture when people were both excited and scared by nuclear technology.

Quiz rapide

The power plant produces _____ energy for the whole city.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : atomic

Plus de mots sur science

energy

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Energy is the power that comes from things like electricity, coal, or the sun to make machines work or provide heat. It also describes the physical and mental strength that people have to be active and do things.

gravity

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friction

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Friction is the force that happens when two surfaces rub against each other. It makes it harder for things to move and can create heat.

inertia

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Inertia is the tendency of an object to stay still or keep moving in the same way unless a force changes it. In a general sense, it also refers to a lack of energy or a desire to stay unchanged.

frequency

A1

Frequency is how often something happens in a certain amount of time. In science, it describes the number of times a wave or signal repeats every second.

solvent

A1

A substance, usually a liquid, that is used to dissolve another substance to create a mixture. In science, it is the part of a solution that is present in the largest amount.

reduction

A1

A reduction is when something becomes smaller in size, amount, or importance. In science, it can also mean a chemical reaction where a substance gains electrons.

organic chemistry

A1

Organic chemistry is the branch of science that studies chemicals containing carbon. It explains how living things are made and how materials like medicine and plastic are created.

inorganic

A1

An inorganic substance is something that does not come from living things, such as plants or animals. In science, it refers to chemicals and minerals like salt, water, and metals that do not contain carbon-hydrogen bonds.

organism

A1

An organism is any living thing, such as an animal, a plant, or a very small bacterium. It is a single life form that can grow, breathe, and reproduce.

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