Brokenly

usgb/ˈbrəʊkənli/
adverb

In a way that is disconnected or not in a smooth manner.

She spoke brokenly, her voice choked with emotion.
Visual representation of "brokenly" - In a way that is disconnected or not in a smooth manner.

Often appears as...

  • spoke brokenly
  • cries brokenly
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Emotional Disruption

Indicates speaker's emotional state that disrupts their flow of speech.

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He recounted the accident brokenly, pausing often to compose himself.
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Narrative Tension

Use 'brokenly' when portraying characters in stressful or intense situations.

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She described her ordeal brokenly, each word laced with fear.
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Not Literal

'Brokenly' is often figurative, not describing something physically broken.

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The witness spoke brokenly, not due to language, but trauma.
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