Definitions

1. verb

to break or cause something to break suddenly and violently, often with a loud noise

“The glass shattered when it hit the floor.”

2. noun

a sudden and violent breaking or splitting

“The shatter of glass was loud and startling.”

3. verb

to cause something to lose its confidence or morale, especially in a sudden and complete way

“The team’s shatter was evident after their loss in the championship game.”