“Shattering” is the present participle of the verb “shatter,” representing the ongoing or continuous process of breaking or fragmenting something with force and intensity. It encapsulates the idea of a continuous and destructive action, conveying a sense of ongoing disruption and disintegration. Whether used in a physical or metaphorical context, “shattering” emphasizes the ongoing nature of the breaking process, suggesting that the impact is profound and potentially irreversible.
Sample Sentences:
- The earthquake’s tremors continued, shattering windows and structures throughout the city.
- The relentless storm battered the coastline, shattering windows and flooding homes.
- The constant pressure on the fragile material resulted in a shattering effect over time.
- The ongoing conflict in the region is shattering the lives of countless innocent civilians.
- The artist experimented with shattering glass to create a unique and dynamic sculpture.
- The continuous stress and pressure on the relationship were slowly shattering its foundation.
- The political unrest showed no signs of resolution, shattering the hopes of a peaceful transition.
- The prolonged exposure to extreme temperatures led to the shattering of the once-solid ice.
- The repetitive impact of the hammer on the surface was gradually shattering the delicate porcelain.
- The consistent economic downturn is shattering the stability of businesses and households alike.
Synonyms (English – Indonesian):
- Fragmenting – Memecahkan
- Breaking – Memecahkan
- Splintering – Memecah
- Disrupting – Mengganggu
- Crushing – Menghancurkan
- Demolishing – Menghancurkan
- Devastating – Menghancurkan
- Ravaging – Merusak
- Ruining – Merusak
- Dismantling – Membongkar
Antonyms (English – Indonesian):
- Mending – Memperbaiki
- Repairing – Memperbaiki
- Constructing – Membangun
- Strengthening – Memperkuat
- Building – Membangun
- Rebuilding – Membangun kembali
- Repairing – Memperbaiki
- Preserving – Menjaga
- Fortifying – Menguatkan
- Protecting – Melindungi
Derived Words (English – Indonesian):
- Shatteringly – Dengan cara merusak
Related Words (English – Indonesian):
- Destruction – Penghancuran
- Devastation – Kerusakan
- Collapse – Runtuh
- Disintegration – Penghancuran
- Ruination – Keruntuhan
Phrasal Verbs (English – Indonesian):
- Shattering into pieces – Merusak menjadi berkeping-keping
- Shattering to the ground – Merusak ke tanah
- Shattering into fragments – Merusak menjadi fragmen
Common Expressions (English – Indonesian):
- “The shattering impact” – “Dampak yang merusak”
- “A shattering blow” – “Pukulan yang merusak”
- “Ongoing shattering effects” – “Efek merusak yang terus berlanjut”
Related Idioms (English – Indonesian):
- “Shattering like a crumbling cliff” – “Merusak seperti tebing yang runtuh”
- “Shattering dreams like glass” – “Merusak impian seperti kaca”
