Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
admit-ruefully
verb
/ədˈmɪt ˈruːfəli/
Definition
To acknowledge something with a feeling of regret or sorrow.
Examples
- She admitted ruefully that she had made a mistake in her calculations.
- He ruefully admitted that he was wrong about the decision.
- After realizing the truth, he could only admit ruefully to his errors.
Meaning
To recognize or confess to a truth, particularly when it brings about feelings of sadness or remorse.
Synonyms
- acknowledge
- confess
- concede
- accept
