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perfunctory
UK
/pəˈfʌŋk.tər.i/
US
/pərˈfʌŋk.tɔːr.i/
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perfunctory
adjective
more perfunctory
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most perfunctory
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UK
/pəˈfʌŋk.tər.i/
US
/pərˈfʌŋk.tɔːr.i/
Translations
небрежный
The perfunctory inspection missed several critical issues.
Небрежная проверка упустила несколько критических проблем.
поверхностный
His perfunctory response showed a lack of interest.
Его поверхностный ответ показал отсутствие интереса.
формальный
She gave a perfunctory nod and walked away.
Она формально кивнула и ушла.
Definitions
Carried out with a minimum of effort or reflection.
She gave a perfunctory nod, barely acknowledging his presence.
Lacking in interest or enthusiasm.
His perfunctory smile did little to reassure the worried crowd.
Synonyms
mechanical
hasty
superficial
cursory
unthinking
indifferent
routine
Antonyms
diligent
thoroughgoing
meticulous
thorough
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