Synonyms for Broken
Definition of broken
adjective
- physically and forcibly separated into pieces or cracked or split; "a broken mirror"; "a broken tooth"; "a broken leg"; "his neck is broken"
- not continuous in space, time, or sequence or varying abruptly; "broken lines of defense"; "a broken cable transmission"; "broken sleep"; "tear off the stub above the broken line"; "a broken note"; "broken sobs"
- subdued or brought low in condition or status; "brought low"; "a broken man"; "his broken spirit"
20 synonyms found
Writing tips for "broken"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like breached, busted, chipped can replace "broken" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 20 alternatives available, "broken" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Broken" in song lyrics
See how broken is used in real songs:
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"Eyes slow to open, alarm clock's broken"
3rd Bass — Herbalz in Your Mouth -
"When my, dash is broken, glass is broken"
Aceyalone — Jack of All Trades -
"let's take it to the maximum, like walking with ya legs broken"
Aceyalone — Here & Now