Meaning of the word woeful in English

What does woeful mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

woeful

US /ˈwoʊ.fəl/
UK /ˈwəʊ.fəl/
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Adjective

1.

very bad or serious; of very poor quality

Example:
The team's performance was woeful, leading to a crushing defeat.
There is a woeful lack of funding for the new project.
2.

full of sorrow; very sad

Example:
She told a woeful tale of betrayal and loss.
The dog had a woeful expression on its face.