heartache

[ hahrt-eyk ]

noun

1. emotional pain or distress; sorrow; grief; anguish.

heartache

/ ˈhɑːtˌeɪk /

noun

1. intense anguish or mental suffering

Other Words From

• heartaching adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of heartache¹

before 1000; Middle English hert ache, Old English heort ece; heart, ache

Example Sentences

Although much of Yoakam’s most celebrated work has centered on classic country themes such as hardship, heartache, loneliness and drifting, “Brighter Days” demonstrates considerable joy.

From Los Angeles Times

Daniel James says his Euros penalty heartache is behind him – if not entirely forgotten – as he aims to make up for lost time with Craig Bellamy’s Wales.

From BBC

Andy Burrows, chief executive of the Molly Rose Foundation, said the creation of the bots was a "sickening action that will cause further heartache to everyone who knew and loved Molly".

From BBC

"He has robbed a young boy of his big sister, and caused unimaginable heartache to a loving father and wider family," he said.

From BBC

Regardless of the outcome, Toia said he felt good about his decision to remain a Bruin for his final season, a constant comfort in a season of heartache.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• agony
• bitterness
• despair
• grief
• heartbreak
• misery
• pang
• sadness
• suffering
• torment