adj
brokenhearted
adj
1
Overwhelmed with sadness, especially from losing someone loved or from the end of a relationship.
"She was brokenhearted when her fiancé called off the wedding."
"He's been brokenhearted ever since his dog passed away."
How to Use Brokenhearted
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDeeply sad and hurt, especially after a breakup or loss.
Common pairings
brokenhearted lover
feel brokenhearted
left brokenhearted
Word Forms
more brokenhearted comparative, most brokenhearted superlative
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Etymology
A straightforward compound of "broken" and "hearted," describing a heart figuratively shattered by grief.