break one's word . break one's word {v. phr.} To renege on a promise. When Jake broke his word that he would marry Sarah, she became very depressed. Categories: add yours {v. phr.} Source: A Dictionary of American Idioms by A. Makkai, M.T. Boatner, J.E. Gates © 2024 To section: B Subscribe to: American IdiomsIdioms feedEnglish languageHome page and general feed Add my comment