What is an adjective for misery?

Here are some adjectives for misery, depending on the nuance you're looking for:

General Misery:

* Wretched

* Miserable

* Pitiful

* Desolate

* Depressing

* Sorrowful

* Unhappy

* Painful

* Heartbreaking

More Specific:

* Agonizing (extreme physical or emotional pain)

* Despairing (feeling hopeless)

* Dejected (low in spirits)

* Distressed (greatly troubled)

* Grieving (deeply sorrowful)

* Lamentable (causing great sadness)

* Pathetic (evoking pity or sadness)

* Woeful (filled with sorrow)

The best adjective will depend on the specific context and the type of misery you are trying to describe.