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Synonyms & Similar Words
miserable wretch
poor soul
unfortunate person
unhappy person
sad person
depressed person
downcast person
despondent person
despairing person
hopeless person
pitiful person
pathetic person
hapless person
ill-fated person
unlucky person
woeful person
sorrowful person
grief-stricken person
heartbroken person
afflicted person
troubled person
tormented person
anguish-ridden person
suffering person
distressed person
stricken person
bereaved person
forlorn person
Meaning of Wretch
A person who is considered to be pitied or despised, often due to their miserable or unfortunate circumstances.
Definitions
- A person who is considered to be pitied or despised, often due to their miserable or unfortunate circumstances.
- A person who is regarded as being of the lowest social class or as having a low moral character.
Etymology of Wretch
The word "wretch" has its roots in Old English "wrecca", which referred to an exile or a banished person.
The term evolved over time to encompass a broader range of meanings, including a person who is miserable, unhappy, or of low social status.
According to Oxford Languages, the word "wretch" has been in use since the 9th century, with its meaning and connotation shifting over time to reflect changing social and cultural attitudes.
Example Uses
- The homeless man was a wretch who had been living on the streets for years.
- She felt like a wretch after losing her job and her relationship in the same week.
- The character in the novel was a wretch who had been driven to madness by his circumstances.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
happy person
fortunate person
lucky person
successful person
prosperous person
wealthy person
contented person
satisfied person
joyful person
cheerful person
optimistic person
hopeful person
confident person
self-assured person
proud person
dignified person
respected person
admired person
envied person