rueful

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[edit] English

[edit] Etymology

rue + -ful

[edit] Adjective

rueful (comparative more rueful, superlative most rueful)

  1. Causing, feeling, or expressing regret or sorrow.
  2. Inspiring pity or compassion.

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Causing, feeling, or expressing regret or sorrow
inspiring pity or compassion
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