Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
brokenness
noun
/ˈbrəʊkən.nəs/
Definition
The state of being broken or damaged, either physically or emotionally.
Examples
- Her brokenness led her to seek help from a therapist.
- In his poetry, he often reflects on the brokenness of human relationships.
- The brokenness of the community was evident after the disaster.
Meaning
Brokenness refers to a condition of suffering, loss, or lack of wholeness, often implying a deep emotional or spiritual wound.
Synonyms
- fragility
- incompleteness
- vulnerability
- deficiency
- despair
