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