ADVERB: "in a faulty, inefficient, insufficient, or unpleasant manner; often used in combination" Crossword Clue

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ADVERB: "in a faulty, inefficient, insufficient, or unpleasant manner; often used in combination" Crossword Answer

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(adjective)
1. affected by an impairment of normal physical or mental function
2. presaging ill fortune
(noun)
1. an often persistent bodily disorder or disease; a cause for complaining
(adverb)
1. (`ill’ is often used as a combining form) in a poor or improper or unsatisfactory manner; not well
2. unfavorably or with disapproval

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

INSUFFICIENT (adjective)
1. of a quantity not able to fulfill a need or requirement
INEFFICIENT (adjective)
1. lacking the ability or skill to perform effectively; inadequate
2. not producing desired results; wasteful

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Down

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