What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
woesome
Example
The woesome news of her father's passing left her heartbroken. [woesome: adjective]
Example
He looked woesome after the breakup with his girlfriend. [woesome: adjective]
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The abandoned house had a woesome aura that sent shivers down my spine. [woesome: adjective]
woeful
Example
The woeful state of the economy has left many people struggling to make ends meet. [woeful: adjective]
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She gave me a woeful look when I told her the bad news. [woeful: adjective]
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The team's woeful performance in the game disappointed their fans. [woeful: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Woeful is more commonly used than woesome in everyday language, and it covers a wider range of contexts and emotions.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between woesome and woeful?
Woesome is more formal and less common than woeful, which can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
