Poorly

adverb

/ˈpɔː(r)li/

Word Frequency: 11.5

Definitions

1.adverbIn a poor manner or condition; without plenty, or sufficiency, or suitable provision for comfort.

"to live poorly"

2.adverbWith little or no success; indifferently; with little profit or advantage.

"to do poorly in business"

3.adverbMeanly; without spirit.

4.adverbWithout skill or merit.

"He plays tennis poorly."

5.adverbIn a negative manner; with disapproval.

"I think poorly of them."

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