Woe

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