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Vocabulary Entry
wretch
|noun • verb • adjective
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N
noun
A cruel or unpleasant person.
Example Sentences
"He was known as a wretch for his terrible behavior towards others."
"Despite her fortune, she was often seen as a wretch due to her selfishness."
"The villain in the story was truly a wretch, causing harm wherever he went."
V
verb
To bring into a sad or miserable state.
Example Sentences
"She felt wretched when she realized the extent of her mistakes."
"The abandoned puppy looked wretched, shivering in the cold."
"His heart wretched at the sight of the devastation around him."
A
adjective
In a very unhappy or unfortunate state.
Example Sentences
"After losing his job, he felt utterly wretched."
"The weather was wretched, ruining their plans for a picnic."
"She lived in wretched conditions, struggling to make ends meet."