wretched
/ˈɹɛt͡ʃɪd/adj
Middle SchoolNot in standard dictionaries
1
Characterized by or feeling deep affliction or distress; very miserable.
2
Of an inferior or unworthy nature or social status; contemptible, lowly.
3
Of an insignificant, mean, or poor nature; miserable, paltry, worthless.
4
Of a person, etc.: behaving in a manner causing contempt; base, despicable, wicked.
5
Of weather: causing much discomfort; very unpleasant; miserable.
6
Used to express annoyance towards or dislike of someone or something: bloody, damned.
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Sound Patterns & Rhymes
Alliteration
Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)
Assonance
Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing
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