heartbreaking
adj. B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈhɑɹtˌbɹeɪkɪŋ// UK //hˈɑːtbɹeɪkɪŋ// heart·break·ing
adj. causing a very strong feeling of sadness or grief. You use this to describe something that makes you feel like your heart is breaking.
adj. causing extreme distress, sorrow, or grief. Often used to describe tragic events or emotional stories that evoke deep sympathy.
It was heartbreaking to see the old house destroyed.
The documentary tells the heartbreaking story of families separated by the war and their struggle to reunite.
Witnessing the slow decline of a brilliant mind is a heartbreaking experience that tests the emotional resilience of even the most dedicated caregivers and family members.
Usage
Often modified by 'absolutely' or 'truly' for emphasis; typically precedes the noun it modifies or follows a linking verb.