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Meaning of woeful
The primary meaning of the word "woeful" is feeling or expressing great sadness or sorrow.
Etymology of woeful
The word "woeful" has its origin in Old English "wō" meaning woe, and the suffix "-ful" which forms an adjective indicating full of or characterized by, the word "woeful" has been used in the English language since the 9th century to describe something or someone that is full of woe or sorrow.
Synonyms
miserable
unhappy
sorrowful
dismal
gloomy
depressing
distressing
pitiful
pathetic
lamentable
deplorable
regrettable
unfortunate
calamitous
disastrous
catastrophic
tragic
heartrending
heartbreaking
harrowing
painful
agonizing
excruciating
tormenting
afflicting
troubling
upsetting
disheartening
discouraging
depressing
dispiriting
demoralizing
despondent
hopeless
despairing
desolate
forlorn
woebegone
doleful
mournful
melancholy
somber
dismal
dreary
bleak
cheerless
joyless
unhappy
unfortunate
luckless
hapless
ill-fated
ill-starred
star-crossed
unhappy
wretched
miserable
abject
pitiful
pathetic
lamentable
Definitions
- Causing or expressing great sadness or sorrow
- * Giving a feeling of great sadness or sorrow
Usage Examples
- The news of the natural disaster was woeful, with thousands of people left homeless.
- * The woeful expression on her face told us that she had received some bad news.
- * The team's woeful performance in the tournament was a disappointment to their fans.
Antonyms
happy
joyful
cheerful
optimistic
hopeful
encouraging
uplifting
heartening
inspiring
delightful
pleasant
pleasing
satisfying
gratifying
thrilling
exhilarating
ecstatic
euphoric
elated
proud
triumphant
victorious
successful
lucky
fortunate
blessed
blissful
contented
serene
peaceful
calm
tranquil
happy
jubilant
triumphant
glorious
resplendent
radiant
beaming
sunny
bright
cheerful