woe
Plural
woes
1
a state of suffering or misfortune, often accompanied by a sense of grief or sadness
- Her face reflected the woe of unrequited love as she watched him walk away without a backward glance.
- The character in the novel experienced woe after a series of unfortunate events, testing their resilience and resolve.
- The haunting melody conveyed the composer's sense of woe and melancholy, evoking deep emotions in the audience.
- In the aftermath of the natural disaster, the affected community shared tales of collective woe and worked together to rebuild.
- The sudden loss of a loved one brought immeasurable woe to the grieving family.
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2
intense mournfulness
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