Subatomic

Pronunciation: /ˌsʌbəˈtɑːmɪk/

Subatomic (adj)

  1. Smaller than an atom; relating to particles inside atoms, such as electrons and protons.
  2. At a very detailed level, focusing on parts that are too small to see directly.

Subatomic (adjective)

Examples

  • A subatomic particle is smaller than an atom.
  • Scientists study subatomic forces to understand matter.