Incorrectly and Poorly

Incorrectly

Incorrectly adverb - In a mistaken or inappropriate way.

Poorly and incorrectly are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Poorly" instead an adverb "Incorrectly".

Nearby Words: incorrect, incorrectness

Poorly

Poorly adverb - In an unsatisfactory way.
Usage example: he tends to perform poorly on standardized tests

Incorrectly and poorly are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Incorrectly" instead an adverb "Poorly".

Nearby Words: poor, poorness

Both words in one sentence

  • The original page was poorly defined and was incorrectly attracting troper pun potholes.
  • Backwards-Firing Gun A poorly-made, incorrectly assembled or worn-out firearm or excessively powerful cartridge loads can cause the bolt, part of the breech or—in the case of semi-automatic pistols—the slide to be blown back into the user's face.
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