Wretched

//ˈɹɛt͡ʃɪd//

Word Type

Adjective

Adjective

The word "wretched" can be used as adjective and adjective.

Word Relationships

Derived Terms

wretchedly wretchedness

Derived From

Inflected/Variant Forms

Related Terms

ratchet wretch wretchful wretchless wretchlessly wretchlessness wretchock

Related Terms

affliction contemptible despicable distress mean miserable paltry ratchet wicked worthless wretch

Similar Terms

evil inferior uncomfortable uncomfortable unfortunate unhappy

Synonym Network

deplorable despicable miserable misfortunate

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