poorly
/ˈpɔː(r)li/
Dictionary
adverb
- In a poor manner or condition; without plenty, or sufficiency, or suitable provision for comfort.
"to live poorly"
- With little or no success; indifferently; with little profit or advantage.
"to do poorly in business"
- Meanly; without spirit.
- Without skill or merit.
"He plays tennis poorly."
- In a negative manner; with disapproval.
"I think poorly of them."
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