Main Entry: wretch

Pronunciation: \ˈrech\

Function: noun

Etymology: Middle English wrecche, from Old English wrecca outcast, exile; akin to Old High German hrechjo fugitive, Old English wrecan to drive, drive out — more at wreak

Date: before 12th century

1 : a miserable person : one who is profoundly unhappy or in great misfortune
2 : a base, despicable, or vile person