Rueful — synonyms, definition

1. rueful (a)

dejected depressing despondent disheartened dismal dispirited distressed downhearted grieving melancholy miserable morose mournful piteous pitiable pitiful poor regretful remorseful sad • • •

2. rueful (Adjective)

contrite ruthful

rueful (Adjective) — Feeling or expressing pain or sorrow for sins or offences. ex. "I have a very rueful figure painted on my shield"