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ruefully
English
Etymology
rueful +? -ly
Adverb
ruefully (comparative more ruefully, superlative most ruefully)
- In a rueful manner; causing, feeling, or expressing regret or sorrow.
- He smiled ruefully at me.
- He pushed his straw hat back, scratched his head, and laughed ruefully.
Synonyms
- sadly, sorrowfully, mournfully, regretfully
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rueful
English
Alternative forms
- ruefull (obsolete)
Etymology
From Middle English ruful, rewful; equivalent to rue +? -ful.
Adjective
rueful (comparative more rueful, superlative most rueful)
- Causing, feeling, or expressing regret or sorrow, especially in a wry or humorous way.
- Inspiring pity or compassion.
- Bad; woeful; deplorable.
Derived terms
- ruefully
- ruefulness
Related terms
- rue
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