Woe
Definition 1 of 4
Pro Tip 1/2
Emotional Intensity
Use 'woe' to describe deep sadness or when emphasizing the seriousness of a situation. Her eyes mirrored the woe of a mother who lost her child.
Pro Tip 2/2
Not Casual
'Woe' is more profound than 'sadness' and may sound overly dramatic in casual conversations. He could only whisper his woe, feeling it was too intense for light talk.