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Synonyms of ruefully

5 similar words

Another word for ruefully is sadly. Other synonyms of ruefully are regretfully, mournfully, ruthfully and sorrowfully.

Synonyms and similar words for ruefully

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

  • sadlyIn a sad manner; sorrowfully.
  • sorrowfullyIn a sorrowful manner; with sorrow and regret.
  • mournfullyIn a mournful manner; as if in mourning for something.
  • regretfullyIn a regretful manner, with regret.
  • ruthfullySorrowfully, ruefully.

Meaning of ruefully

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

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Questions about synonyms of ruefully

What is another word for ruefully?
Ruefully has 5 synonyms on Word.ws, such as sadly, regretfully, mournfully, ruthfully and sorrowfully.
What does ruefully mean?
Ruefully means in a rueful manner; causing, feeling, or expressing regret or sorrow.

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