Meaning & Definition of word "Heartache"

Heartache

/ˈhɑːrt.eɪk/

1. emotional distress or pain caused by the loss of a loved one or a failed relationship.
- Example: She couldn't shake off the heartache of losing her best friend.
2. deep sorrow or anguish that one feels, particularly relating to love or relationships.
- Example: There was a heartache that lingered long after their breakup.
3. a feeling of great sadness or emotional suffering.
- Example: The heartache from the unfulfilled dreams weighed heavily on him.

The word 'heartache' is derived from 'heart' + 'ache', where 'ache' refers to a feeling of pain.

heartache cure:

A way to alleviate emotional pain.

heartache and pain:

Refers to both emotional suffering and physical symptoms.

heartsick:

Feeling extreme emotional distress, especially from love.

grief:

Intense sorrow, especially caused by someone's death.

anguish:

Severe mental or physical pain or suffering.

lament:

A passionate expression of grief or sorrow.

Meaning: Heartbreak

Example Sentence: She went through a real heartbreak after the split.

Meaning: Love ache

Example Sentence: I have this love ache since he moved away.