Definitions
- Describing the act of breaking off small pieces from an object, usually unintentionally. - Referring to the process of removing small fragments or chips from a material using a tool. - Talking about the action of hitting a golf ball with a short, controlled stroke.
- Describing the act of breaking something into many small pieces with a loud noise. - Referring to the process of causing something to break into fragments or shatter. - Talking about the action of destroying or ruining something completely.
List of Similarities
- 1Both involve the breaking of objects.
- 2Both can result in the creation of smaller pieces.
- 3Both can be caused by force or impact.
- 4Both can produce a loud noise.
- 5Both can be accidental or intentional.
What is the difference?
- 1Extent: Chipping refers to breaking off small pieces, while shattering implies breaking into many small fragments.
- 2Sound: Chipping may not always produce a loud noise, while shattering is often accompanied by a loud sound.
- 3Force: Chipping can be done with a tool or by accident, while shattering usually requires a significant amount of force.
- 4Intention: Chipping can be unintentional, while shattering is often intentional or the result of a strong impact.
- 5Connotation: Chipping is associated with smaller, less severe damage, while shattering implies complete destruction.
Remember this!
Chipping and shattering both involve the breaking of objects, but they differ in terms of extent, sound, force, intention, and connotation. Chipping refers to breaking off small pieces, often unintentionally or with a tool, while shattering implies breaking into many small fragments with a loud noise, usually as a result of intentional force or impact.
