wretch Meaning & Definition
What Does Wretch Mean?
As a noun, wretch means An unhappy, unfortunate, or miserable person. It is also used to mean An unpleasant, annoying, worthless, or despicable person. As a verb, it means Misspelling of retch.
Quick Facts About Wretch
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ɹɛt͡ʃ// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | poor devil |
| Plural | wretches |
Wretch Definition (Noun)
- An unhappy, unfortunate, or miserable person.
- An unpleasant, annoying, worthless, or despicable person.
- An exile. (Can we add an example for this sense?)
Wretch as a Verb
- Misspelling of retch.
Noun
- An exile.
Synonyms of Wretch
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Wretch in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
wretch (plural wretches)
wretch
Words That Rhyme With Wretch
Origin of Wretch
Origin 1: From Middle English wrecche, from Old English wreċċa (“exile, outcast”), from Proto-Germanic *wrakjô (“exile, fugitive, warrior”), from Proto-Indo-European *wreg- (“to track, follow”). Doublet of garçon and garson.
Origin 2: From confusion with the noun.
Wretch Pronunciation
Wretch is pronounced //ɹɛt͡ʃ// and has 1 syllable.
Frequently Asked Questions About Wretch
Is wretch a noun or a verb?
Wretch is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is another word for wretch?
You can replace wretch with words such as poor devil. See the full list of wretch synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of wretch?
The plural of wretch is wretches.