Wretch

Pronunciation: /ˈrɛtʃ/

Wretch (noun)

  1. A person who is very unhappy, suffering, or treated badly.
  2. A person considered very unpleasant or morally wrong.
  3. A person in extreme trouble, often used to stress how bad their situation is.

Examples

  • The wretch looked exhausted and asked for help.
  • A wretch without food and shelter needs kindness.