shatter

/ˈʃætər/ verb C1

Meaning

To break something into many small pieces suddenly and violently.
💡 Use 'shatter' to describe something breaking completely and suddenly, often with dramatic effect.

Example Sentences

The loud noise caused the glass to shatter immediately .
The new evidence could shatter the existing scientific theory .
The unexpected report will shatter the company's previous assumptions .

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