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Broken
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Simple meaning
What does Broken mean?
Broken means damaged or not working.
Dictionary definition
Damaged, not working, or split into pieces.
Example sentences
Broken in a sentence
easy
The broken toy needed new batteries.
medium
We fixed the broken chair before the guests arrived.
hard
The story showed how a broken promise can hurt trust between friends.
Synonyms
Words like Broken
damagedUse when something is harmed or not in good condition.
crackedUse when something has split lines or breaks.
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Practice 1
What does broken mean?
Broken means something is damaged, split, or not working properly.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to broken?
Damaged is close in meaning to broken.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym of broken?
Fixed means repaired, which is the opposite of broken.
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