Definitions
- Referring to the breaking of glass or other brittle materials into small pieces. - Describing the complete destruction or fragmentation of an object or idea. - Talking about the sudden and violent end of something, such as a dream or hope.
- Referring to the forceful breaking of something into pieces. - Describing the act of hitting something with great force or violence. - Talking about the destruction or damage caused by a collision or impact.
List of Similarities
- 1Both involve the breaking or destruction of an object.
- 2Both can be caused by force or impact.
- 3Both can be used to describe the end of something abruptly.
- 4Both can be used figuratively to describe emotional states.
What is the difference?
- 1Intensity: Smash implies a more forceful and violent action than shatter.
- 2Type of object: Shatter is typically used to describe the breaking of brittle materials like glass, while smash can be used for a wider range of objects.
- 3Cause: Smash is often caused by a direct impact or collision, while shatter can also occur due to other factors like temperature changes or stress.
- 4Extent of damage: Smash suggests more extensive damage than shatter.
- 5Connotation: Smash has a more aggressive and violent connotation than shatter.
Remember this!
Shatter and smash are synonyms that both refer to the breaking or destruction of an object. However, smash implies a more forceful and violent action, often caused by a direct impact or collision, while shatter can occur due to various factors and is typically used to describe the breaking of brittle materials like glass. Additionally, smash suggests more extensive damage than shatter and has a more aggressive connotation.
