Definitions and Examples of poorly, badly, terribly
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
In an unsatisfactory or inadequate manner; not well.
Example
He performed poorly in the exam and failed to meet the passing criteria.
In a poor or unfavorable way; not good.
Example
She felt badly about missing her friend's birthday party and apologized for it.
In an extremely bad or unpleasant way; very poorly.
Example
The food at the restaurant was terribly cooked and tasted awful.
Key Differences: poorly vs badly vs terribly
- 1Poorly suggests a lack of quality or standard, while badly implies a negative outcome or consequence.
- 2Terribly is an intensifier that conveys a sense of extreme negativity or unpleasantness.
Effective Usage of poorly, badly, terribly
- 1Giving Feedback: Use these antonyms to provide constructive criticism and feedback on performance or behavior.
- 2Expressing Displeasure: Incorporate these antonyms in conversations to express dissatisfaction or disappointment.
- 3Writing Reviews: Utilize these antonyms in writing reviews to describe negative experiences or products.
Remember this!
The antonyms of splendidly convey a negative or unsatisfactory quality of performance, appearance, or behavior. Poorly suggests a lack of quality, badly implies a negative outcome, and terribly is an intensifier that conveys extreme negativity. Use these words to give feedback, express displeasure, and write reviews.
