Perfunctory is an adjective meaning superficial, not thorough, or lacking interest, care, or enthusiasm.
Perfunctory es un adjetivo que significa superficial, no minucioso o que carece de interés o entusiasmo.
| Word | perfunctory |
|---|---|
| Part of Speech | ADJ. |
| Definition | superficial; not thorough; lacking interest, care, or enthusiasm. |
| Sentence | Giving the tabletop only a perfunctory swipe with her dust cloth, Betty promised herself she'd clean it more thoroughly tomorrow. |
Tags: psat
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