Break through: meaning, definitions and examples

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break through

 

[ ˈbreɪk θruː ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

achievement

To successfully overcome a barrier, obstacle, or resistance. It implies a significant accomplishment or progress in a difficult situation.

Synonyms

conquer, overcome, succeed, triumph

Examples of usage

  • After years of hard work, he finally managed to break through and achieve his goal.
  • The team's innovative ideas helped them break through the competition and emerge as leaders in the industry.
Context #2 | Noun

discovery

A sudden, dramatic, or significant discovery or development. It can also refer to a significant advance in knowledge or understanding.

Synonyms

advance, development, discovery, innovation

Examples of usage

  • The scientist's breakthrough in cancer research offered hope to many patients.
  • The artist's new painting represented a breakthrough in modern art.

Translations

Translations of the word "break through" in other languages:

🇵🇹 romper

🇮🇳 तोड़ना

🇩🇪 durchbrechen

🇮🇩 menembus

🇺🇦 прорив

🇵🇱 przełom

🇯🇵 突破する (toppa suru)

🇫🇷 percer

🇪🇸 romper

🇹🇷 kırmak

🇰🇷 돌파하다 (dolpa hada)

🇸🇦 اختراق (ikhtiraq)

🇨🇿 prorazit

🇸🇰 preraziť

🇨🇳 突破 (tūpò)

🇸🇮 prebiti

🇮🇸 brjótast í gegn

🇰🇿 бұзу

🇬🇪 გარღვევა (gargveva)

🇦🇿 yarılmaq

🇲🇽 romper

Etymology

The term 'break through' originated in the early 19th century. It combines the words 'break' and 'through,' indicating the act of breaking through a barrier or obstacle. The concept of breaking through can be traced back to the idea of overcoming challenges or achieving a significant discovery. Over time, 'break through' has become a common expression used to describe moments of success, progress, or innovation.