betorn

/bɪˈtɔrn/

Definitions

1. verb

to become or make something torn or disordered

“The storm had betorn the streets with its powerful winds.”

2. verb

to cause emotional turmoil or disturbance

“The news of the accident had betorn her with grief.”

3. noun

a state of being torn or disordered

“The city was in a state of betorn after the natural disaster.”

Synonyms

  • disordered
  • disturbed
  • torn

Antonyms

  • intact
  • orderly