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shattered Synonyms
Another word for shattered
Choosing another word for shattered depends on context, so the 17 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• adjective (Context 1)
Broken suddenly and violently into many small pieces; completely ruined or destroyed.
Usage Example
"The technician carefully swept the smashed glass off the laboratory floor."
Strongest
smashed
splintered
Strong
fragmented
broken
crushed
wrecked
ruined
• adjective (Context 2)
Deeply upset, shocked, or emotionally devastated.
Usage Example
"She was completely devastated by the unexpected loss of her longtime mentor."
Strongest
devastated
crushed
Strong
heartbroken
distraught
overwhelmed
• adjective (Context 3)
Extremely tired or physically exhausted.
Usage Example
"After working a twelve-hour shift at the hospital, the nurse felt utterly exhausted."
Strongest
exhausted
drained
Strong
fatigued
spent
knackered
weary
Opposites of shattered
The opposite of shattered shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
intact
unbroken
energetic
refreshed
whole
delighted
overjoyed
invigorated
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Shattered. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/shattered