Commentary: WOE[+state][+circumstance][+trouble]
NOTE: usually in the plural
Examples:
Scandals and an unpopular war have added to the Republicans woes this year.
More economic woes are forecast for next quarter.
This situation has created more woes for customer support.
Mappings:
WordNet 3.0 Sense Numbers: 1
Commentary: WOE[+state][+emotional][+suffering]
Examples:
The faces of the refugees were full of woe.
The orphan had led a life of woe and misery.
We tried to help John through his time of woe after the breakup with Mary.
Woe is me! (humorous usage)
Woe to anyone who wears the wrong outfit to Sally's wedding! (humorous usage)
Mappings:
WordNet 3.0 Sense Numbers: 2