ruefulness Meaning & Definition
/ˈɹuːfəlnəs/
What Does Ruefulness Mean?
As a noun, ruefulness means The property of being rueful; dejection, regret.
Word Facts for Ruefulness
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈɹuːfəlnəs/ |
| Synonyms | regret and sorrow |
| Plural | ruefulnesses |
Ruefulness Definition (Noun)
- The property of being rueful; dejection, regret.
Synonyms of Ruefulness
Ruefulness synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
ruefulness (usually uncountable, plural ruefulnesses)
Origin of Ruefulness
Inherited from Middle English rewefulnesse. By surface analysis, rueful + -ness.
Common Questions About Ruefulness
What part of speech is ruefulness?
Ruefulness is a noun.
What is another word for ruefulness?
You can replace ruefulness with words such as regret and sorrow. See the full list of ruefulness synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of ruefulness?
The plural of ruefulness is ruefulnesses.