woeful

Meanings

• adjective

  expressing or causing deep sadness, misery, or regret

  - "The woeful news of the accident left the town in mourning."
  - "His woeful expression revealed the depth of his sorrow."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈwəʊfəl/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with woeful
doleful , miserable , unfortunate

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Variants

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woeful , woefuller , woefullest , woefully , woefulness , woefulnesses , woful , wofuller , wofullest

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Etymology

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originated from the Old English word 'wulf' meaning 'wolf' and was used figuratively to describe someone in a pitiful or miserable state, as if being devoured by sorrow or misfortune

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Trivia

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1. The word 'woeful' is often used interchangeably with the words 'miserable' and 'doleful'.

2. The term 'woeful' is derived from the Old English word 'wulf', which means 'wolf'.

3. The word 'woeful' has been used in literature for centuries, including in works by Shakespeare and Dickens.

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Related Concepts

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1. misery: A state of deep sadness, pain, or distress

2. sorrow: A feeling of deep sadness, especially following a loss or disappointment

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Culture

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The term 'woeful' has been used extensively in literature, particularly in poetry, to describe characters or situations that evoke deep sadness or regret. It is often used to convey a sense of melancholy or despair.

How to Memorize "woeful"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person with a sad, downturned expression and tears streaming down their face. Visualize the word 'woeful' written out in front of you.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'woeful' with feelings of sadness, misery, and regret.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a memory aid by associating the word 'woeful' with the word 'misery' or 'sorrow'.

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