rue

/ruː/ /ruː/ /ʌr/

Definitions

1. noun

a plant of the genus Thymus, having small, fragrant leaves.

“The garden contained a bed of rue and lavender.”

2. verb

to feel regret or remorse for something.

“She rued the decision to quit her job.”

3. noun

a feeling of regret or remorse.

“The rue that she felt over the breakup lasted for months.”

4. noun

a bitter or resented feeling.

“The rue in his heart was palpable.”

Synonyms

  • bitterness
  • regret
  • remorse

Antonyms

  • happiness
  • joy