Meaning & Definition of word "Rue"

Rue

/ruː/

1. sorrow or regret.
- Example: There was a sense of rue in his voice as he spoke about the lost opportunities.
2. a bitter herb used in medicine and cooking.
- Example: The chef added rue to the sauce for a unique flavor.

1. to feel remorse or regret for something.
- Example: He will rue the day he dismissed her talent.
2. to wish that something had not happened.
- Example: She ruefully recalled her mistakes from the past.

●Middle English, from the Old French 'ruer', from Latin 'rugere' meaning to cry out.

rue the day:

to regret a specific event or decision that has lasting consequences.

rue the loss:

to feel sorrowful about something that has been lost.

remorse:

a deep sense of regret or guilt for a wrong committed.

regret:

a feeling of sadness or disappointment over something that has happened or been done.

Meaning: to feel bad about a decision or action.

● Example Sentence: He really rues not studying hard enough for the test.

Meaning: to express sorrow or disappointment in a casual way.

● Example Sentence: I'm rueing my choice to skip that party.