poorly

/ˈpɔː(r)li/
🔵 Intermediate

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Difficulty LevelIntermediate

Standard vocabulary

Word FrequencyVery Common

Used frequently in everyday conversation

Syllables2

Moderate complexity

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  • Common vocabulary word
  • Simple pronunciation

adverb

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

"to live poorly"

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

"to do poorly in business"

3. Meanly; without spirit.

4. Without skill or merit.

"He plays tennis poorly."

5. In a negative manner; with disapproval.

"I think poorly of them."

poorly

/ˈpɔː(r)li/
🔵 Intermediate

Word Statistics

Difficulty LevelIntermediate

Standard vocabulary

Word FrequencyVery Common

Used frequently in everyday conversation

Syllables2

Moderate complexity

Analysis:

  • Common vocabulary word
  • Simple pronunciation

adjective

1. Ill, unwell, sick

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