shatter Get Printable Handwriting (shat-ter) 2 syllables Learn It! Spelling Test Definition verb. 1 break into many pieces; damage or destroy 2 to weaken or destroy or refute Example Sentence The dish will shatter if you drop it. More Example Sentences He wanted to shatter her illusions. Synonyms break; burst; bust Antonyms fix; put back together Share with your friends: