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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

perfunctorily

/pərˈfʌŋktɔːriːli/ adverb · British & US
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What does perfunctorily mean?

adverb

In a perfunctory manner; in a routine or mechanical way, without enthusiasm or interest.

Example

"She answered the survey perfunctorily, without giving much thought to the questions."

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