Wretchedness
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɹɛt͡ʃɪdnəs/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Wretchedness is a noun meaning An unhappy state of mental or physical suffering.
Meaning
An unhappy state of mental or physical suffering.
More Meanings
- A state of prolonged misfortune, privation, or anguish.
Example Sentences
She saw only that he was quiet and unobtrusive, and she liked him for it. He did not disturb the wretchedness of her mind by ill-timed conversation.
Word Forms
- wretchednesses
Synonyms for wretchedness
Depending on context, synonyms include misery, unhappiness, blueness, tristesse, mirthless, blues.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include misery, plight, suffering, penury, poverty, hardship.
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