reuþe
Middle English
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editEtymology
editFrom rewe (“rue”) + -the (abstract nominal suffix); the formation is influenced by Old Norse hrygð. For the phonology, see trouthe.
Pronunciation
editNoun
editreuþe (plural reuþes or reoðen)
- Sadness, misery; despair and despondence:
- Pitifulness; empathy, mercy or sorrow for the weak or innocent.
- The experience of remorsefulness; self-reproach.
- Moaning, lamenting; a despondent cry.
- An occurrence or thing that creates misery or ruth:
- Harmful or injurious behaviour; heartless acts.
- A disaster or catastrophe.
- An instance of moaning or complaining of discomfort.
- (rare) A lamentful petition or supplication.
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editReferences
edit- “reuth(e, n.”, in MED Online, Ann Arbor, Mich.: University of Michigan, 2007, retrieved 2018-06-8.