Heartbroken
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Emotional Intensity
Used to describe very deep emotional pain, often from a profound personal loss or romantic disappointment. She felt heartbroken after her dog passed away.
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Beyond Sadness
'Heartbroken' goes further than 'sad', indicating a shattering of one's emotional state. After hearing the tragic news, he sat alone, heartbroken.
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Romantic Context
Though it can be used generally, 'heartbroken' is most often associated with romantic love situations. Her heartbroken expression said it all when she saw her ex with someone else.