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/ruːθ/
Meaning & Definition
noun
Pity or compassion, especially for someone who is suffering or in trouble.
She felt a deep sense of ruth for the homeless man she passed on the street.
A feeling of sorrow or regret for someone's misfortune.
His ruth for the victims of the disaster led him to volunteer his time at the shelter.
A sense of empathy towards another person's suffering.
The movie stirred a strong sense of ruth in the audience during the tragic scenes.
Etymology
Middle English, from Old English 'rūþ', meaning 'compassion'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
ruthless:
Showing no pity or compassion.
no ruth:
Indicating a lack of compassion or empathy.
to take pity:
To show kindness or mercy to someone.
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Slang Meanings
Feeling sorry for someone in a dramatic situation.
That movie was so sad, I was feeling all kinds of ruth.
To lack compassion in a tough situation.
He was totally ruth about how he treated his friends.