Basic Details
Word: Shatter
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To break something into many pieces, usually suddenly and with force.
Synonyms: Break, smash, splinter
Antonyms: Unite, mend, repair
Idioms and Phrases
- Shatter the silence: To break a quiet moment, usually with a sudden noise. Example: "The loud crash of the vase shatter the silence of the room."
- Shatter one's dreams: To completely destroy someones hopes or ambitions. Example: "Failing the exam didn't shatter her dreams; she was determined to try again."
Usage Examples
Example 1: When he accidentally let go of the glass, it fell and shattered into tiny pieces all over the floor.
Example 2: The loud thunderstorm seemed to shatter the peaceful evening, causing everyone to jump.
Example 3: After years of hard work, the news of her promotion did not shatter her confidence but instead made her stronger.
Fun Fact
Did you know that shattering glass produces sounds that can range from musical pitches to sharp cracks based on the type of glass and how it breaks? This is why some musicians use broken glass as instruments to create unique sounds!
Famous Quote
"Nothing is more destructive than the hope of a shatter." Robert M. Pirsig
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "shatter" mean?
a) To mend something
b) To break into many pieces
c) To hold something tightly
d) To build something
Answer: b) To break into many pieces
2. Which of these is a synonym of "shatter"?
a) Unite
b) Repair
c) Smash
d) Gather
Answer: c) Smash
3. Which word is an antonym of "shatter"?
a) Break
b) Mend
c) Splinter
d) Smash
Answer: b) Mend
4. Which sentence uses "shatter" correctly?
a) She tried to shatter her old dress.
b) The glass will shatter if you drop it.
c) He plans to shatter his new toy.
d) The rain will shatter tomorrow.
Answer: b) The glass will shatter if you drop it.
5. What does "shatter the silence" mean?
a) To start singing
b) To create a quiet moment
c) To make a sudden noise
d) To leave the room
Answer: c) To make a sudden noise
