Pronunciation: /ˈhɑrtˌbreɪkɪŋ/
adjective causing intense sadness or distress; very upsetting
A1 The movie's ending was heartbreaking.
A2 Losing a pet can be a heartbreaking experience.
B1 The news of the natural disaster was truly heartbreaking.
B2 The novel's tragic plot was both captivating and heartbreaking.
C1 The documentary about the war had many heartbreaking stories.
C2 The actor's performance in the play was so emotionally powerful and heartbreaking.
formal The news of the tragic accident was truly heartbreaking.
informal I can't believe how heartbreaking that breakup was.
slang The ending of that movie was so heartbreaking, I cried my eyes out.
figurative Watching the old man say goodbye to his dog was truly heartbreaking.
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