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How to say: poorly

Spelling: Poorly Syllables  poorly
US accent
/pˈʊɹli/
UK accent
/pˈʊəli/
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Definition

Definition — (`ill' is often used as a combining form) in a poor or improper or unsatisfactory manner; not well

e.g. “he was ill prepared”

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