ruth
Translation
pity, compassion, sorrow
Examples
He felt a pang of ruth for the lost animal.
He felt a pang of ruth for the lost animal.
Grammar Patterns
to feel/have ((ruth)) for sb./sth. The judge showed no ruth for the criminal.
Similar Words
Synonyms: pity, compassion; Antonyms: ruthlessness, cruelty
Etymology
From Old English 'rēowth' (sorrow), related to the verb 'rue' (to regret).
Memory Tips
It's the opposite of 'ruthless'. If 'ruthless' is without pity, then 'ruth' must mean pity.