All ruth synonyms
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R r noun ruth
- expiation — The act of making amends or reparation for guilt or wrongdoing; atonement.
- mercy — compassionate or kindly forbearance shown toward an offender, an enemy, or other person in one's power; compassion, pity, or benevolence: Have mercy on the poor sinner.
- dolor — sorrow; grief.
- lifesaver — a person who rescues another from danger of death, especially from drowning.
- compunction — If you say that someone has no compunction about doing something, you mean that they do it without feeling ashamed or guilty.
- condolement — Often, condolences. expression of sympathy with a person who is suffering sorrow, misfortune, or grief.
- contrition — deeply felt remorse; penitence