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Definition of brokenness

brokenness

/ˈbroʊ.kən.nəs/
bro · ken · ness
Adverb:brokenly
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Adjective:broken
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• noun

1

A state of deep emotional, psychological, or spiritual distress, vulnerability, or despair.

Example

"Through years of counseling and community support, he found healing from the deep brokenness of his past."

2

The state or condition of being physically damaged, fractured, or failing to function properly.

Example

"The artist used cracked pottery to illustrate the beauty that can emerge from physical brokenness."

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• Rhymes for brokenness

• Nearby Words

broken
brokenhearted
brokenly
brokenness
broker
brokerage
brokership

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Brokenness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/brokenness
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