unsatisfactorily

adverb

Definition of unsatisfactorilynext
as in poorly
in an unsatisfactory way unsatisfactorily prepared entrées should be immediately returned to the kitchen and replaced with something more acceptable

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unsatisfactorily
  1. poorly
  2. badly
  3. bad
Adverb
  • Webb, though, was in no mood to celebrate the win on a day where the Giants (48-65) sold because of how poorly their season has gone.
    — Justice delos Santos, Mercury News, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Curcumin is poorly absorbed on its own, but piperine, a compound in black pepper, increases how much curcumin your body takes in.
    — Sarah Anzlovar, Verywell Health, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of poorly
Adverb
  • But, positioned 11th in the GC before the mountains, Włodarczyk is not riding badly and could yet pull out some great performances.
    — Jessica Hopkins, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026
  • The whole thing reminded me so much of Willow, when Kael’s forces arrive at Tir Asleen and Madmartigan tries to act tough and intimidating despite being badly outnumbered.
    — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of badly
Adverb
  • Another would be to coat your thumbs with a bad-tasting substance.
    — Jeanne Phillips, Mercury News, 30 July 2026
  • Of course, Hole himself isn’t averse to breaking bad, either.
    — Jon O'Brien, IndieWire, 23 Mar. 2026
Definition of bad
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