Associations to the word «Rueful»

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

Always aim at complete harmony of thought and word and deed. Always aim at purifying your thoughts and everything will be well.
Mohandas Gandhi