torn
/tɔːn/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
Having undergone tearing; ripped or shredded.
Adjective
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
Unable to decide between multiple options.
Adjective
Examples
I'm torn between pizza and hamburgers.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “torn” mean?
Having undergone tearing; ripped or shredded.
Is “torn” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.