adj
rueful
Rueful (adj) means showing or feeling regret or sadness, often in a way that is a little funny.
adj
1
Showing or feeling regret or sadness, often in a way that is a little funny.
"Merely, he received it with the rueful indulgence that he would show towards Tom when he came through with one of his solutions for ending world poverty or the arms race."
— John le Carré, A Perfect Spy (1986)
2
Making other people feel sorry for you.
3
Very bad or regrettable.
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What is the meaning of rueful?
"rueful" (adj) means showing or feeling regret or sadness, often in a way that is a little funny.
What is another word for rueful?
Other words for "rueful" include contrite, ruthful, remorseful.
What are the different meanings of rueful?
"rueful" has 3 main meanings: 1. Showing or feeling regret or sadness, often in a way that is a little funny; 2. Making other people feel sorry for you; 3. Very bad or regrettable.
