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1. poorly

adverb. ['ˈpuːrli'] (`ill' is often used as a combining form) in a poor or improper or unsatisfactory manner; not well.

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Etymology

  • -ly (English)
  • -lice (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
  • poor (English)
  • povre (Middle English (1100-1500))

Rhymes with Poorly

  • prematurely
  • securely
  • demurely
  • purely
  • surely

2. poorly

adjective. ['ˈpuːrli'] somewhat ill or prone to illness.

Etymology

  • -ly (English)
  • -lice (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
  • poor (English)
  • povre (Middle English (1100-1500))