atomize vs zap

atomize is not a noun while zap is a noun.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
atomize	No	No	Yes	No
zap	Yes	No	Yes	No

As verbs, atomize and zap are synonyms defined as:

Other synonyms of atomize include atomise, nuke.

atomize (noun)	zap (noun)
	a sudden event that imparts energy or excitement, usually with a dramatic impact

atomize (verb)	zap (verb)
break up into small particles	cook or heat in a microwave oven
strike at with firepower or bombs	strike at with firepower or bombs
spray very finely	kill with or as if with a burst of gunfire or electric current or as if by shooting
	strike suddenly and with force