English / phrase
Break down in tears
MEANING IN ENGLISH
to suddenly lose emotional control and start crying profusely
In context
01
Upon hearing that her mother had recovered fully, she broke down in tears of relief.
02
The overwhelmed student broke down in tears during the difficult final interview.
Synonyms
Burst into tears,weep openly,dissolve into tears
Antonyms
Keep one's composure,remain stoic,hold back tears
Collocations
Suddenly break down in tears,break down in tears of joy,witness someone break down in tears