poorly
Definitions
Adverb
- (`ill' is often used as a combining form) in a poor or improper or unsatisfactory manner; not well
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Words that sound like the term "poorly".
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Words That Follow
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| # | Word | Syllables | Freq |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | poorly known | 1 | 2 |
Words That Precede
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| # | Word | Syllables | Freq |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | often | 2 | 2 |
| 2 | atmosphere | 3 | 2 |
| 3 | several | 3 | 2 |
| 4 | accommodation | 5 | 2 |
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Term
Definitions: 1
Fragments: 1
Sound Alikes: 16
Spelled Like: 20
Words that Follow: 1
Words that Precede: 0
Statistically Associated: 4
Consonant Matches: 3
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📰 This Word in the News:
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Nov 29, 2025 Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Nov 29, 2025 Australian Broadcasting Corporation