Synonyms of break in

break in 1 of 2

verb

1

as in to invade

to enter a house or building by force usually with illegal intent

the burglars broke in by smashing a window

Synonyms & Similar Words

• invade
• rob
• burglarize
• sack
• stick up
• trespass
• burgle
• rip off
• plunder
• rifle
• loot
• hold up
• ravage
• ransack
• pillage
• despoil
• devastate
• maraud

2

as in to interrupt

to cause a disruption in a conversation or discussion

he rudely broke in to drop the names of several celebrities that he had met

Synonyms & Similar Words

• interrupt
• cut in
• chip in
• intrude
• bother
• put in
• chime in
• add
• interpose
• horn in
• contribute
• barge (in)

break-in

2 of 2

noun

as in burglary

Related Words

• burglary
• holdup
• mugging
• stickup
• theft
• heist
• grab
• snatching
• swiping
• rip-off
• pinch

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of break in

Verb

Along with no Parsons, the Cowboys catch another break in their game at Green Bay on Sunday night; the weather forecast calls for mild temperatures, wind, but no rain or snow. — Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Oct. 2026

With all of the breaks in action and the partnerships, live betting provides you with awesome opportunities to place in-game wagers. — Outkick, FOXNews.com, 15 Oct. 2026

Noun

The father of Logan Federico, a 22-year-old college student murdered during a home break-in, is demanding federal lawmakers close legal loopholes that allow career criminals back on the street. — Louis Casiano, FOXNews.com, 8 Oct. 2026

For many companies, security only becomes a priority after something goes wrong—a break-in, a lawsuit or an overnight incident. — Sami Nomair, Forbes.com, 5 Oct. 2026