Definition

More unfortunate or miserable than others; in a worse state of distress or unhappiness.

Example

After the storm, the wretcheder conditions of the village were evident to everyone.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

I had a pretty rough day at work today.

Oh no, what happened?

It was even wretcheder than last week, to be honest.

That sounds terrible! Do you need to talk about it?

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Wretcheder is formed from "wretch" (from Old English *wrecca*, meaning an outcast or a miserable person) and the comparative suffix "-er" (meaning more). The word "wretcheder" means more wretched or more miserable than another.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is an 'outcast' ('wretch') and then imagine them being 'more' miserable ('-er'). This helps you remember that 'wretcheder' refers to someone who is more wretched.

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