
Heartbreak
Romantic Context
Heartbreak often refers to pain from romantic rejection or breakup.

She was struggling with heartbreak after her fiance called off the wedding.
Emotional Intensity
Heartbreak suggests a deep emotional hurt that can take time to heal.

The heartbreak of losing his pet dog left him in tears for days.
Not Always Romantic
Heartbreak can also describe non-romantic situations involving strong disappointment.

His heartbreak was palpable when he was cut from the football team.
Compare with
AnguishDespairDistressGriefMiseryPainSorrowTorment
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