Poorly
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈpʊə.li/ · Part of speech adverb
Quick meaning: Poorly is an adverb meaning In a poor manner or condition; without plenty, or sufficiency, or suitable provision for comfort.
Meaning
In a poor manner or condition; without plenty, or sufficiency, or suitable provision for comfort.
More Meanings
- 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
He plays tennis poorly.
I think poorly of them.
to do poorly in business
Word Forms
- poorlier
- poorliest
Synonyms for poorly
Depending on context, synonyms include ill, sickly, unwell, badly, peaked.
Antonyms for poorly
Common opposites include good, well.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include badly, ill, sick, sickly, unwell, peaked.
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Sources & Attribution
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