Rue: meaning, definitions and examples

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rue

 

[ ruห ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

feeling regret

Rue is a term used to express a deep sense of regret or remorse for something that has happened or not happened. It often encompasses feelings of sorrow for past actions or decisions that one wishes could be changed. In literature, rueing is commonly associated with themes of loss, disappointment, or moral conflict. The word suggests a weighty sense of guilt and introspection.

Synonyms

lament, regret, repent, sorrow

Examples of usage

  • She began to rue the day she made that decision.
  • He often found himself rueing missed opportunities in his life.
  • They rue the loss of their friendship after the argument.
Context #2 | Verb

feeling regret

To rue is to feel sadness or remorse about something that has occurred. It is often used when someone realizes the negative consequences of their actions or when they wish they had acted differently. When one rues a situation, it indicates a reflection on the decision-making process and acknowledgment of error or misfortune.

Synonyms

feel remorse, grieve, regret

Examples of usage

  • He ruefully admitted that he should have listened to her advice.
  • She ruefully thought of all the things left unsaid.
  • They rue the time wasted on trivial matters.

Translations

Translations of the word "rue" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น rua

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคกเคผเค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช StraรŸe

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ jalan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒัƒะปะธั†ั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ulica

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้€šใ‚Š

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท rue

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ calle

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sokak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฑฐ๋ฆฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุดุงุฑุน

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ulice

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ulica

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ก—้“

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ulica

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ gata

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบำฉัˆะตั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฅแƒฃแƒฉแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kรผรงษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ calle

Etymology

The word 'rue' originates from the Old English term 'hrฤ“ow', which translates to 'sorrow' or 'repentance'. This term has cognates in several Germanic languages, indicating a shared notion of remorse and regret. The roots of 'rue' can also be traced back to the Proto-West Germanic *hrฤ“wล, signifying a profound emotional state. Since its introduction into the English language, 'rue' has maintained its core meaning related to feelings of regret and sorrow, evolving in its applications across literature and conversational use. The word has appeared in various literary works, emphasizing themes of remorse and the consequences of one's choices, thereby solidifying its place in the English lexicon. Over time, 'rue' has also been used metaphorically, extending beyond personal regret to encompass societal and historical mourning, making it a versatile term in both written and spoken language.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #10,916, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.