Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
heart-wrenching
adjective
/ˈhɑːrtˌrɛn.tʃɪŋ/
Definition
causing intense emotional pain or distress
Examples
- The heart-wrenching scene in the movie had everyone in tears.
- She read a heart-wrenching letter from a soldier stationed overseas.
- His heart-wrenching story about loss touched many in the audience.
Meaning
The term heart-wrenching describes something that evokes deep sadness or sorrow, often relating to a tragic situation or an emotional experience that impacts individuals strongly.
Synonyms
- emotional
- tragic
- moving
- painful
- distressing
