Meaning of the word wretched in English

What does wretched mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

wretched

US /ˈretʃ.ɪd/

UK /ˈretʃ.ɪd/

in a very unhappy or unfortunate state

Example:

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The refugees lived in wretched conditions.

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I felt wretched after hearing the bad news.

Synonym:

miserable unhappy dejected distressed pitiful

Antonym:

happy fortunate joyful

of poor quality; very bad

Example:

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The food at the restaurant was absolutely wretched.

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He made a wretched attempt to sing the song.

Synonym:

terrible dreadful awful poor inferior

Antonym:

excellent superb great