Heartbreaker: meaning, definitions and examples

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heartbreaker

[ ˈhɑːrtˌbreɪkər ]

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in relationships

A person who is skilled at seducing and then quickly ending romantic relationships, leaving the other person feeling hurt and heartbroken.

Synonyms

charmer, player, seducer

Examples of usage

He was known as a notorious heartbreaker, charming his way into women's lives only to leave them devastated.
She thought he was different, but he turned out to be just another heartbreaker.

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music industry

An extremely popular and successful song or album that resonates with a wide audience, often evoking strong emotions.

Synonyms

chart-topper, emotional song, hit

Examples of usage

The singer's latest release is a real heartbreaker, with lyrics that touch the soul of listeners.
This album is a heartbreaker, every song hits you right in the feels.

Translations

Translations of the word "heartbreaker" in other languages:

🇵🇹 destruidor de corações

🇮🇳 दिल तोड़ने वाला

🇩🇪 Herzensbrecher

🇮🇩 penghancur hati

🇺🇦 серцеїд

🇵🇱 łamacz serc

🇯🇵 ハートブレーカー (hāto burēkā)

🇫🇷 brise-cœur

🇪🇸 rompecorazones

🇹🇷 kalp kırıcı

🇰🇷 마음을 아프게 하는 사람 (ma-eum-eul apeuge haneun saram)

🇸🇦 كاسر القلوب (kasir al-qulub)

🇨🇿 lamič srdcí

🇸🇰 lámateľ sŕdc

🇨🇳 伤心人 (shāngxīn rén)

🇸🇮 lomilec src

🇮🇸 hjartabrjótur

🇰🇿 жүрекжарғыш

🇬🇪 გულის დამსხვრევა (gulis damskhvreva)

🇦🇿 ürək sındıran

🇲🇽 rompecorazones

Word origin

The term 'heartbreaker' originated in the 16th century and was originally used to describe a person who causes emotional pain or sorrow. Over time, it has evolved to have different meanings in various contexts, such as relationships and the music industry. The word is a combination of 'heart' and 'breaker,' emphasizing the idea of breaking someone's heart emotionally.