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😞rueful

adjective
/ˈruːfəl/
rue Ruffian

Meaning

Expressing sorrow, regret, or pity.

Example Sentences

He gave a rueful smile after losing the match.

Synonyms

sorrowful, regretful, mournful, apologetic

Antonyms

cheerful, joyful

Collocations

rueful smile, rueful look, rueful expression, rueful tone

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