breakup
Translation
breakup, separation, dissolution
Examples
Their breakup was very difficult for her.
Their breakup was very difficult for her.
The breakup of the band saddened many fans.
The breakup of the band saddened many fans.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) breakup the end of a relationship or organisation Their breakup was amicable.
Similar Words
Synonyms: separation, split, dissolution; Antonyms: reconciliation, union
Etymology
From the phrasal verb 'to break up', meaning to separate or disintegrate. It combines 'break' and 'up'.
Memory Tips
Think of a relationship or object 'breaking' into pieces and scattering 'up' and away.