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poor vs poorly

poorly vs poor

poor is a noun but poorly is not a noun.

poor and poorly both are adjectives.

poor is not an adverb while poorly is an adverb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
poor Yes Yes No No
poorly No Yes No Yes
poor (noun) poorly (noun)
people without possessions or wealth (considered as a group)
poor (adjective) poorly (adjective)
having little money or few possessions somewhat ill or prone to illness
lacking in quality or substances
characterized by or indicating poverty
of insufficient quantity to meet a need
deserving or inciting pity
poor (adverb) poorly (adverb)
(`ill' is often used as a combining form) in a poor or improper or unsatisfactory manner; not well
Difference between poor and poorly

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