Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
heartbreak
noun
/ˈhɑːrt.breɪk/
Definition
Heartbreak refers to the emotional distress or suffering caused by loss or disappointment, particularly in a romantic context.
Examples
- After their breakup, she was overwhelmed by heartbreak.
- The movie depicted the realities of love and heartbreak.
Meaning
Heartbreak is the feeling of intense sorrow or anguish that arises when someone experiences a significant emotional loss.
Synonyms
- sorrow
- grief
- despair
- anguish