autoclastic

/ɔːtɒˈklæstɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to or resembling glass that is broken or shattered into small pieces, especially when occurring within a volcanic rock.

“The autoclastic texture in the rock sample indicated a violent eruption in the past.”

Synonyms

  • fragmented
  • shattered

Antonyms

  • intact
  • unbroken