ruefully, contritely, remorsefully
(adverb) in a rueful manner; “‘I made a big mistake,’ he said ruefully”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
ruefully (comparative more ruefully, superlative most ruefully)
In a rueful manner; causing, feeling, or expressing regret or sorrow.
• sadly, sorrowfully, mournfully, regretfully
Source: Wiktionary
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
3 March 2025
(verb) hold one’s ground; maintain a position; be steadfast or upright; “I am standing my ground and won’t give in!”
Contrary to popular belief, coffee beans are not technically beans. They are referred to as such because of their resemblance to legumes. A coffee bean is a seed of the Coffea plant and the source for coffee. It is the pit inside the red or purple fruit, often referred to as a cherry. Just like ordinary cherries, the coffee fruit is also a so-called stone fruit.
