Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
heartache
noun
/ˈhɑːr.teɪk/
Definition
A feeling of deep sadness or emotional pain, typically caused by the loss of a loved one or unfulfilled love.
Examples
- After the breakup, she felt a profound heartache that took time to heal.
- He wrote poetry to express his heartache over the lost relationship.
Meaning
Heartache refers to the distressing feeling or sorrow often related to emotional or romantic experiences that lead to grief or melancholy.
Synonyms
- grief
- anguish
- sorrow
- melancholy
- distress
