Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Ruefully.
Ruefully - as an adverb
In a rueful manner
Example: "`i made a big mistake,' he said ruefully"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
contritely15remorsefully20Example Sentences
"He looked at his broken phone ruefully."
"She ruefully admitted her mistake."
"He shook his head ruefully."
"The dog wagged its tail ruefully after getting scolded."
"She ruefully remembered the embarrassing incident."
Word Game Points
Is RUEFULLY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ruefully is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
RUEFULLY has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is RUEFULLY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, ruefully is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordRUEFULLY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is RUEFULLY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, ruefully is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordRUEFULLY has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.
