Atomic Definition & Meaning

atomic
adjective
  1. of or relating to or comprising atoms; "atomic structure"; "atomic hydrogen"
  2. (weapons) deriving destructive energy from the release of atomic energy; "nuclear war"; "nuclear weapons"; "atomic bombs"
  3. immeasurably small

"Atomic" in song lyrics

See how atomic is used in real songs:

  • "Don't make me set off a blast, or drop an atomic"
    The Alchemist — We Got This
  • "Verbal vomit, strings the atomic"
    Boogiemonsters — Recognized Thresholds of Negative Stress
  • "Man, I'm blowing up as if I was atomic"
    Chi-Ali — Funky Lemonade (Remix)

Usage tips for "atomic"

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