give way vs break down

give way and break down both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
give way	No	No	Yes	No
break down	No	No	Yes	No

As verbs, give way and break down are synonyms defined as:

Other synonyms of give way include break, conk out, die, fail, give out, go, go bad.

give way (verb)	break down (verb)
stop operating or functioning	collapse due to fatigue, an illness, or a sudden attack
end resistance, as under pressure or force	stop operating or functioning
move in order to make room for someone for something	separate (substances) into constituent elements or parts
break down, literally or metaphorically	make a mathematical, chemical, or grammatical analysis of; break down into components or essential features
	make ineffective
	cause to fall or collapse
	lose control of one's emotions
	fall apart