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- Dictionaryper·func·to·ry/pərˈfəNG(k)t(ə)rē/
adjective
- 1. (of an action or gesture) carried out with a minimum of effort or reflection: "he gave a perfunctory nod"
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The meaning of PERFUNCTORY is characterized by routine or superficiality : mechanical. How to use perfunctory in a sentence. Did you know?
done quickly and without showing that you care or have much interest: She asked a few perfunctory questions about my family and then ended the conversation. (Definition of perfunctory from the Cambridge Academic Content Dictionary © Cambridge University Press) Examples of perfunctory. perfunctory.
Perfunctory definition: performed merely as a routine duty; hasty and superficial. See examples of PERFUNCTORY used in a sentence.
Perfunctory means done as part of a routine or duty. If you give someone a gift and they look at it like it's roadkill and say nothing but a perfunctory "thank you," you might not be giving them another one anytime soon.
1. done without care or interest or merely as a form or routine; superficial. a perfunctory examination. 2. without concern or solicitude; indifferent. a perfunctory teacher.
Dec 5, 2016 · Synonyms for PERFUNCTORY: nonchalant, casual, disinterested, careless, uninterested, detached, indifferent, complacent; Antonyms of PERFUNCTORY: interested, concerned, aware, conscientious, attentive, mindful, sensitive, warm
done quickly and without showing that you care or have much interest: She asked a few perfunctory questions about my family and then ended the conversation. (Definition of perfunctory from the Cambridge Academic Content Dictionary © Cambridge University Press) Examples of perfunctory.
Definition of perfunctory adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
adjective. performed merely as a routine duty; hasty and superficial: perfunctory courtesy. Synonyms: uninterested, thoughtless, heedless, negligent. Antonyms: diligent, careful. lacking interest, care, or enthusiasm; indifferent or apathetic: In his lectures he reveals himself to be merely a perfunctory speaker.
Done without care or interest or merely as a form or routine; superficial. A perfunctory examination. Webster's New World. Similar definitions. Acting with indifference; showing little interest or care. American Heritage. Without concern or solicitude; indifferent. A perfunctory waitress. Webster's New World. Synonyms: pro forma. passing. cursory.
