Main Entry:

wretch·ed

Pronunciation:

\ˈre-chəd\

Function:

adjective

Etymology:

Middle English, irregular from wretch

Date:

12th century

1: deeply afflicted, dejected, or distressed in body or mind2: extremely or deplorably bad or distressing <was in wretched health> <a wretched accident>3 a: being or appearing mean, miserable, or contemptible <dressed in wretched old clothes> b: very poor in quality or ability : inferior <wretched workmanship>

— wretch·ed·ly adverb

— wretch·ed·ness noun