Meaning of the word woefully in English

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

woefully

US /ˈwoʊ.fəl.i/
UK /ˈwəʊ.fəl.i/
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Adverb

1.

to a very bad or serious degree; deplorably

Example:
The school's budget is woefully inadequate.
He was woefully unprepared for the exam.
2.

in a manner expressing great sorrow or misery

Example:
She looked woefully at the ruins of her home.
The dog howled woefully in the night.