break with
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To cease having a positive connection with (a person, group, movement, etc).
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
"You see, Ferdinand Point was the first wave in a culinary revolution," Jeremy went on. "He broke with French formality; he broke with fat and weighty flavours. He kicked free of the past[…]"
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To divulge one's secrets, thoughts, or intentions to; to discuss something with.
Register: archaic
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “break with” mean?
To cease having a positive connection with (a person, group, movement, etc).
Is “break with” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.