Definitions
Broach is a verb that means to raise or introduce a sensitive or difficult subject for discussion.
Example
I decided to broach the subject of my salary with my boss.
Example
He broached the idea of starting his own business.
Brooch is a noun that refers to a decorative jewelry item that is attached to clothing with a pin.
Example
She wore a beautiful diamond brooch on her dress.
Example
The antique brooch was passed down from her grandmother.
Tips To Remember the Differences
Here are a few tips to easily distinguish the difference between these words while keeping in mind the description we've provided:
- To remember the difference between these two words, think of the o in brooch as a circle, which is similar to the shape of a brooch. - For broach, think of the a as standing for 'ask', since you might ask someone about a sensitive topic when you broach it.
Remember this!
Remember, broach means to bring up a topic, while brooch is a piece of jewelry that can be pinned to clothing.
