Heartbreak Definition

heartbreak
noun
  1. intense sorrow caused by loss of a loved one (especially by death)

"Heartbreak" in song lyrics

See how heartbreak is used in real songs:

  • "A whole lot of hard work and some heartbreak"
    Horrorshow — Uplift
  • "Can't just die out at the first sign of heartbreak"
    Kail — Cola (The Rhapsody)
  • "Most people record songs about love, heartbreak,"
    Mr. Lif — Front On This

Words that rhyme with heartbreak

Usage tips for "heartbreak"

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