Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
heartsick
adjective
/ˈhɑːrtˌsɪk/
Definition
experiencing deep sorrow or sadness, often due to unrequited love or emotional pain.
Examples
- After the breakup, she felt completely heartsick.
- The news of his departure left him heartsick for days.
- Heartsick from the lost opportunity, she couldn’t focus on her work.
Meaning
Heartsick describes a profound feeling of grief or distress, usually associated with love or relationships.
Synonyms
- sorrowful
- miserable
- melancholy
- grief-stricken
