(1):
(adv.) With little or no success; indifferently; with little profit or advantage; as, to do poorly in business.
(2):
(adv.) In a poor manner or condition; without plenty, or sufficiency, or suitable provision for comfort; as, to live poorly.
(3):
(adv.) Meanly; without spirit.
(4):
(adv.) Without skill or merit; as, he performs poorly.
(5):
(a.) Somewhat ill; indisposed; not in health.