Associations to the word «Rueful»
Noun
Adverb
Wiktionary
RUEFUL, adjective. Causing, feeling, or expressing regret or sorrow.
RUEFUL, adjective. Inspiring pity or compassion.
Dictionary definition
RUEFUL, adjective. Feeling or expressing pain or sorrow for sins or offenses.
Wise words
A blow with a word strikes deeper than a blow with a sword.