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POORLY

/ˈpɔː(r)li/

6 letters · 2 syllables · adverb, adjective

P 3/4
O 1/1
O 1/1
R 1/1
L 1/2
Y 4/3

Definition of POORLY

adverb

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

"to live poorly"

adverb

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

"to do poorly in business"

adverb

Meanly; without spirit.

adjective

Ill, unwell, sick

Examples of POORLY in a Sentence

  • "to live poorly"
  • "to do poorly in business"

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
11
points
WWF
12
points

Is POORLY a Scrabble Word?

Yes, POORLY is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 11 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 11 pts Words With Friends — 12 pts

Tip: POORLY uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for POORLY

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter poorly Total
Scrabble 311114 11
WWF 411123 12

How to Use POORLY in Word Games

POORLY is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, POORLY is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble POORLY to find 36 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About POORLY

What does POORLY mean?
POORLY is a adverb. In a poor manner or condition; without plenty, or sufficiency, or suitable provision for comfort.
Is POORLY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, POORLY is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 11 points in Scrabble.
How many points is POORLY worth in Scrabble?
POORLY is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from POORLY?
You can make 36 words from the letters in POORLY. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.