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Something being done as a duty or because it must be done but in a disinterested and half-hearted manner.
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∙ 10y agoPerfunctory means to do something with minimum effort or reflection. A synonym is careless.
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How do you use the word perfunctury in a sentence?
I think you mean perfunctory, which means in a habitual manner. He had done the same thing so many times that it was perfunctory now.
How do you use perfunctory?
In answer to my question, he gave a perfunctory nod. The operator answered the call with a perfunctory greeting. The movie star, who was coerced into the movie because of her contract, gave out perfunctory comments to the media. Because he made a perfunctory effort on his project, he received a low grade.
What words mean the same as indifferent?
Synonyms: apathetic casual complacent disinterested incurious insensible insouciant nonchalant perfunctory unconcerned uncurious uninterested
Is half-hearted and perfunctory a synonyms?
According to the SATs, yes -.-
What does careless mean?
The word careless means not observing proper caution or diligence. Synonyms for careless (doesn't care) include apathetic, lax, lackadaisical, heedless, indifferent, or irresponsible. Synonyms for careless (not paying attention) include haphazard, sloppy, thoughtless, negligent, nonchalant, or perfunctory.
How do you use the word perfunctury in a sentence?
I think you mean perfunctory, which means in a habitual manner. He had done the same thing so many times that it was perfunctory now.
How do you use perfunctory in a sentence?
In answer to my question, he gave a perfunctory nod. The operator answered the call with a perfunctory greeting. The movie star, who was coerced into the movie because of her contract, gave out perfunctory comments to the media. Because he made a perfunctory effort on his project, he received a low grade.
What is a sentence of perfunctory?
He received perfunctory applause, but his performance was not very good.
Can you give me a sentence with perfunctory in it?
This is a perfunctory answer - it responds to the question but without thought.
Use perfunctory in a sentence?
He gave a quick, perfunctory answer to the question and did not bother to elaborate.
What is a sentence with the word perfunctory?
in his lectures he reveals himself to be a merely perfunctory speaker.
What is a sentence with perfunctory?
The professors perfunctory approach to teaching led his students to feel uninspired and lackadaisical!
How do you use perfunctory?
In answer to my question, he gave a perfunctory nod. The operator answered the call with a perfunctory greeting. The movie star, who was coerced into the movie because of her contract, gave out perfunctory comments to the media. Because he made a perfunctory effort on his project, he received a low grade.
What is a word for done without interest or enjoyment?
Perfunctory
What is the meaning of perfunctorily?
In a perfunctory manner; formally; carelessly.
What are the release dates for The Perfunctory Discord - 2012?
The Perfunctory Discord - 2012 was released on: USA: 5 September 2012 (New Orleans 48 Hour Film Project)
What words mean the same as indifferent?
Synonyms: apathetic casual complacent disinterested incurious insensible insouciant nonchalant perfunctory unconcerned uncurious uninterested
