What does poorly mean?
Poorly means In a poor manner or condition; without plenty, or sufficiency, or suitable provision for comfort..
Poorly
/ˈpʊə.li/ · adverb
Meaning
In a poor manner or condition; without plenty, or sufficiency, or suitable provision for comfort..
Definitions by Sense
- In a poor manner or condition; without plenty, or sufficiency, or suitable provision for comfort.
- With little or no success; indifferently; with little profit or advantage.
- Meanly; without spirit.
- Without skill or merit.
- In a negative manner; with disapproval; unfavorably.
- (UK) Ill, unwell, sick.
Example Sentences
to live poorly
to do poorly in business
“The Budget proposes eliminating Supporting Effective Instruction (SEI) State Grants (Title II State grants), a program that provides formula funds to States to improve the quality and effectiveness of teachers, principals, and other schools leaders. SEI grants are poorly targeted and funds are spread too thinly to have a meaningful impact on student outcomes.
Nor is their courage or their wealth so low, / That from his wars they poorly would retire.
He plays tennis poorly.
I think poorly of them.
She looked poorly on that suggestion.
to report one's child poorly
Synonyms for poorly
Antonyms for poorly
Related Words
Word Forms
- more poorly
- poorlier
- most poorly
- poorliest
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for poorly?
Common synonyms include ailing, ill, indisposed, sickly.
What is the opposite of poorly?
Possible antonyms include good, well.
How do you use poorly in a sentence?
to live poorly
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