Synonyms for

Breakup

Verb / ˈbreɪˌkʌp / Another word for breakup — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The end of a relationship or a separation between two people

Synonyms & similar words

detachment separation dissolution split separation divorce parting split-up disunion rift estrangement break disengagement breach dissolution discontinuation disjunction disintegration disseverance dissolution breakdown fragmentation crack-up

Synonyms by register

Formal

dissolution termination severance discontinuation

Informal

split ditch dump calling it quits

Literary

parting rending estrangement

Antonyms

beginning start union formation creation establishment commencement

Common collocations

  • difficult breakup
  • messy breakup
  • amicable breakup
  • relationship breakup
  • business breakup
  • band breakup
  • marriage breakup
  • clean breakup

Word family

noun breakup
verb break up

Usage note

While 'breakup' can refer to the end of any relationship, it is most commonly used for romantic relationships. 'Break up' is the verb form.

Example sentences

  1. The breakup between Tom and Mary was sad.
  2. The breakup of the band was a shock to their fans.
  3. The breakup of the company was caused by financial problems.
  4. The breakup of the ice caused the boat to sink.
  5. The breakup of the chocolate bar made it easier to share.

Quotes

  • “The best way to mend a broken heart is time and girlfriends.” - Gwyneth Paltrow
  • “Sometimes good things fall apart so better things can fall together.” - Marilyn Monroe
  • “It's painful, loving someone from afar. Watching them – from the outside. The once familiar elements of their life reduced to nothing more than occasional mentions in conversations and faces changing in photographs… They exist to you now as nothing more than living proof that something can still hurt you … with no contact at all.” - Ranata Suzuki

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