heartache

noun

heart·​ache ˈhärt-ˌāk How to pronounce heartache (audio)
: anguish of mind : sorrow

Examples of heartache in a Sentence

I've had more than my share of heartaches in my life. the heartache she felt when she saw the innocent victims of the war
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Through amazing craftsmanship and technique, the invisible heartache becomes the main character in this all-too-familiar tale. Matthew Carey, Deadline, 9 May 2025 Most people drown their post-breakup heartache in booze, ice cream and/or a rebound fling. Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 6 May 2025 Recorded analog-to-tape and produced by her brother and longtime collaborator Elliot Bergman, the 12-track record shimmers with gospel soul, country-western heartache and rock ‘n’ roll grit, all filtered through Natalie’s unmistakable voice. Taylor Mims, Billboard, 23 Apr. 2025 The beloved adaptation directed by Joe Wright is rife with memorable scenes evoking either love or heartache, longing or confusion. Sharareh Drury, People.com, 20 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for heartache

Word History

First Known Use

1578, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of heartache was in 1578

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“Heartache.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/heartache. Accessed 28 May. 2025.

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heartache

noun
heart·​ache ˈhärt-ˌāk How to pronounce heartache (audio)

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