RUEFULLY

ruefully, contritely, remorsefully

(adverb) in a rueful manner; “‘I made a big mistake,’ he said ruefully”

Source: WordNet® 3.1

Etymology

Adverb

ruefully (comparative more ruefully, superlative most ruefully)

In a rueful manner; causing, feeling, or expressing regret or sorrow.

Synonyms

• sadly, sorrowfully, mournfully, regretfully

Source: Wiktionary

RUEFUL

Rue"ful, a.

1. Causing one to rue or lament; woeful; mournful; sorrowful.

2. Expressing sorrow. "Rueful faces." Dryden. Two rueful figures, with long black cloaks. Sir W. Scott.

– Rue"ful*ly, adv.

– Rue"ful*ness, n.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition

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