Torn: meaning, definitions and examples

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torn

[ tɔːn ]

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feeling

To be emotionally distressed or upset, usually as a result of a difficult or painful experience.

Synonyms

anguished, conflicted, struggling

Examples of usage

After the breakup, she was torn between her feelings of anger and sadness.
He felt torn about whether to accept the job offer or stay at his current position.

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physically

To damage something by pulling or ripping it apart forcefully.

Synonyms

damage, rip, shred

Examples of usage

The dog torn the sofa with its sharp claws.
The strong winds torn the roof off the house.

Translations

Translations of the word "torn" in other languages:

🇵🇹 rasgado

🇮🇳 फटा हुआ

🇩🇪 zerrissen

🇮🇩 robek

🇺🇦 розірваний

🇵🇱 rozerwany

🇯🇵 引き裂かれた

🇫🇷 déchiré

🇪🇸 rasgado

🇹🇷 yırtık

🇰🇷 찢어진

🇸🇦 ممزق

🇨🇿 roztrhaný

🇸🇰 roztrhaný

🇨🇳 撕裂的

🇸🇮 raztrgan

🇮🇸 rifinn

🇰🇿 жыртылған

🇬🇪 გახეული

🇦🇿 cırılmış

🇲🇽 rasgado

Word origin

The word 'torn' originated from the Old English word 'tēorian', meaning 'to lacerate'. It has been used in the English language for centuries to describe both emotional and physical states of being ripped apart or damaged.