Meaning & Definition of word "Broken"

Broken

/ˈbroʊ.kən/

1. Past participle of 'break'; to have separated into parts or pieces.
- Example: The window was broken during the storm.

1. Separate into parts or pieces; damaged or injured.
- Example: The vase lay broken on the floor after the fall.
2. Not functioning or operational.
- Example: His bike was broken, so he had to walk to school.
3. Emotionally distressed or devastated.
- Example: After the breakup, she felt broken and lost.
4. Having been interrupted or disrupted.
- Example: Their conversation was broken by loud music from the party.

The word 'broken' is derived from the Old English 'brēcan', meaning 'to break'.

broken heart:

A feeling of deep sorrow or emotional pain, especially after losing a loved one.

broken record:

Something that is repeated excessively, causing annoyance.

broken promise:

A failure to fulfill a commitment or pledge.

break:

To separate into pieces; to destroy the integrity or unity of something.

breakdown:

A failure to function or to continue in operation.

breakage:

The act of breaking or the state of being broken.

Meaning: Financially ruined or in a state of bankruptcy.

Example Sentence: After paying the bills, I'm totally broken.

Meaning: Emotionally devastated or feeling extremely sad.

Example Sentence: She's been feeling broken ever since her breakup.