# perfunctorily

**Pronunciation:** /pərˈfʌŋktərəli/ · per-FUNK-tuh-ruh-lee

**Part of speech:** adverb

## Meaning

Carried out with a minimum of effort or reflection, often as a matter of routine or duty.

## Examples

- She performed her daily chores perfunctorily, eager to finish and return to her book.
- The manager gave a perfunctorily polite nod to the new employee before turning back to his screen.
- He apologized perfunctorily, clearly not intending to change his behavior.

## Synonyms

- carelessly — Lacking attention to detail.
- mechanically — Done without thought or feeling, like a machine.
- superficially — Lacking depth or genuine interest.
- cursory — Hasty and therefore not thorough.

## Antonyms

- thoroughly — Done with great attention to detail.
- diligently — Done with persistent care and effort.

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