Poorly

//ˈpʊə.li//

Word Type

Adverb

Adverb

Adjective

Adjective

The word "poorly" can be used as adverb, adverb, adjective and adjective.

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Opposites (Antonyms)

Derived Terms

poorliness poorlyish

Derived From

Related Terms

ill sick unwell

Similar Terms

Synonym Network

badly under weather

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