Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
perform-poorly
verb phrase
/pərˈfɔrm ˈpʊrli/
Definition
To carry out a task or activity with unsatisfactory results or low effectiveness.
Examples
- The team seemed to perform poorly under pressure during the big game.
- Students may perform poorly if they are not given adequate resources for their studies.
- His presentation performed poorly compared to others at the conference.
Meaning
This term is often used to describe situations where someone or something does not meet expected standards or criteria in their performance.
Synonyms
- underperform
- fail
- struggle
- flounder
- fall short
