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woe

/woʊ/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does woe mean?

noun, verb

A state of great unhappiness or suffering; a cause of great unhappiness or suffering. A feeling of deep regret or guilt.

Example

"The news of the disaster brought woe to the entire community."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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