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heartache Synonyms

Another word for heartache

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• noun (Context 1)

Deep emotional anguish, sorrow, or grief, especially arising from loss, disappointment, or unrequited love.

Usage Example

"Years of financial instability and personal loss had caused the family immense heartbreak."

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heartbreak
anguish
sorrow
grief
Strong
distress
woe
misery
agony
despair
sadness

Opposites of heartache

The opposite of heartache shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

joy
bliss
happiness
elation
delight
contentment
solace
comfort
See all opposites of heartache

• Nearby Words

hearsay
hearse
heart
heartache
heartbeat
heartbreak
heartbreaker

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Heartache. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/heartache
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