1. people who are very unhappy or unfortunate
Usage: plural of wretch
2. people who are despicable or contemptible
Usage: plural of wretch; often used to express strong disapproval

Examples

• The poor wretches huddled together in the cold.
• Those wretches abandoned their own children.
• The homeless wretches sought shelter under the bridge.
• What cruel wretches would steal from a charity?
• The wretches begged for food in the streets.
• These wretches have no sense of honor or decency.