POORLY

Meaning

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

Etymology

Origin: Middle English

From Middle English poorly, pouerly, poreliche, poureliche, pouerliche, equivalent to poor + -ly.

Synonyms & Antonyms

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 4 recorded puzzles:

• 2026-01-17YATROLP
• 2024-11-26LCHOPRY
• 2024-11-03LAOPRTY
• 2023-12-23OYCRPHL