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The puppy gave a woeful look when the ball rolled under the couch.
What does Woeful mean?
Woeful means very sad or full of sorrow.
Dictionary definition
Very sad or full of sorrow.
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What does woeful mean?
Woeful means very sad or full of sorrow.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to woeful?
Sorrowful is close in meaning to woeful in this context.
Practice 3
Which sentence best shows the meaning of woeful?
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Woeful
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woh · ful · strongest beat: woh
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WordWoeful.
Partadjective.
MeaningWoeful means very sad or full of sorrow.
ExampleExample: The puppy gave a woeful look when the ball rolled under the couch.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- woh · ful
- Strongest beat
- woh
- Ending
- ful
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on woh.
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Synonyms
Words like Woeful
sorrowfulUse when someone seems very sad.
Antonyms
Opposite words
joyfulUse when someone feels very happy.
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Word family
Woeful word family
Base word
woe
adverb
woefully
In a very sad or troubled way.
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Hint for students
Look for clues that show strong sadness or sorrow.
Common mix-up
Woeful is stronger and more story-like than sad.
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