shattering
|shat/ter/ing|
B2
/ˈʃætərɪŋ/
(shatter)
broken into pieces
Etymology
Etymology Information
'shatter' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'schateren,' where 'schat-' meant 'to scatter or break.'
Historical Evolution
'schateren' transformed into the modern English word 'shatter' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to break into pieces,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'shatter'.
The glass was shattering into tiny pieces.
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Adjective 1
causing great emotional or physical shock or distress.
The news was shattering to hear.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40