Meaning

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

  "to live poorly"

• With little or no success; indifferently; with little profit or advantage.

  "to do poorly in business"

• Meanly; without spirit.

• Without skill or merit.

  "He plays tennis poorly."

• In a negative manner; with disapproval.

  "I think poorly of them."