reuþe

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Middle English

Alternative forms

Etymology

From rewe (“rue”) +‎ -the (abstract nominal suffix); the formation is influenced by Old Norse hrygð. For the phonology, see trouthe.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈrɔu̯ð(ə)/, /ˈrɛu̯ð(ə)/, /ˈriu̯ð(ə)/, /-θ(ə)/

Noun

reuþe (plural reuþes or reoðen)

  1. Sadness, misery; despair and despondence:
    1. Pitifulness; empathy, mercy or sorrow for the weak or innocent.
    2. The experience of remorsefulness; self-reproach.
    3. Moaning, lamenting; a despondent cry.
  2. An occurrence or thing that creates misery or ruth:
    1. Harmful or injurious behaviour; heartless acts.
    2. A disaster or catastrophe.
    3. An instance of moaning or complaining of discomfort.
  3. (rare) A lamentful petition or supplication.

Derived terms

Descendants

  • English: ruth
  • Scots: rewthe (obsolete)

References

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