Correctly and Poorly

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Correctly

Correctly adverb - In a manner suitable for the occasion or purpose.
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Poorly is an antonym for correctly.
Nearby Words: correct, correction, correctness, corrected, corrective

Poorly

Poorly adverb - In an unsatisfactory way.
Usage example: he tends to perform poorly on standardized tests
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Correctly is an antonym for poorly.
Nearby Words: poor, poorness
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  • It qualifies here because it was poorly executed and fans have correctly pointed out just how depressing it truly is.
    Source: Downer Ending / Live-Action TV
  • Hitting notes correctly will raise the meter, while missing or poorly hitting notes will decrease it.
    Source: Franchise / Bemani
  • Series / Survivor Taking You with Me: In Micronesia, Eliza correctly and immediately realizes that Jason's "hidden Immunity Idol" is just a poorly carved stick.
    Source: Series / Survivor
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