Question

bitterly regret (something one has done or allowed to happen)
rue
comprehend
elicit
clarify

Explanation:

We need to find the word that matches the definition "bitterly regret (something one has done or allowed to happen)". Let's analyze each option:

• "rue" means to feel remorse or regret for (something done or undone), which matches the given definition.
• "comprehend" means to understand, so it doesn't match.
• "elicit" means to draw out or evoke, so it doesn't match.
• "clarify" means to make clear or understandable, so it doesn't match.

Answer:

The correct option is the one with "rue" (the left - most option among the four choices shown).