What does "democritus" mean?

A Greek philosopher (c.460-c.370 BC). The originator of the atomic theory together with his teacher Leucippus.

What is a synonym for "democritus"?

Common synonyms include: atomist, greek philosopher.

Pronounced //dɪˈmɒkɹɪtəs//.

/dɪˈmɒkɹɪtəs/ name

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Proper Noun

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A Greek philosopher (c.460-c.370 BC). The originator of the atomic theory together with his teacher Leucippus.

"According to Leucippus and Democritus, the atom was indivisible. Today we know that is not true."

From Ancient Greek Δημόκριτος (Dēmókritos).