Rueful

6 lettersadjectivemoderate

Updated June 2026

Definition

Feeling or expressing sincere regret or sorrow for past actions or misfortunes.

“He gave a rueful smile when he realised he had left his wallet at home.”

Pronunciation

IPA

/ˈruːfl̩/

Syllables

rue·ful

Related Words

Synonyms

contriteremorsefulruthful

Antonyms

unrepentantunapologeticcheerful

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Wordle

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Scrabble

Worth 9 points, the F adds modest value and the -FUL ending is a recognisable Scrabble pattern.

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