poorly (A2)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ˈpɔːr.li/

Definition

In a way that is not good or satisfactory; badly.

Examples

• The company performed poorly in the last quarter.

• He explained the rules poorly, and nobody understood.

• The building was poorly maintained and falling into disrepair.

How to Use poorly

perform poorly (collocation)

To do badly in a task, job, or competition. — "The stock market performed poorly last year."

feel poorly (collocation)

To feel sick or unwell. — "I think I'll stay in bed; I feel poorly today."

designed poorly (collocation)

To be constructed or planned in a bad or ineffective way. — "The car's engine was designed poorly, leading to frequent breakdowns."

Synonyms of poorly

Words with a similar meaning to poorly:

• badly
• inadequately
• unsatisfactorily
• deficiently

Antonyms of poorly

Words with the opposite meaning to poorly:

• well
• adequately
• satisfactorily

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