perfunctory

• Décrit une action ou un comportement effectué avec un minimum d'effort, d'intérêt ou d'attention, souvent par routine ou par formalité.

Describes an action or behavior that is carried out with minimal effort, interest, or attention, often as a routine or formality.

1. Done without care or effortC1formal

   Carried out with minimal effort or interest, often as a routine duty.

   fait sans soin ni effort

   • He gave a perfunctory nod and continued reading.
   • The receptionist offered a perfunctory smile.
   • Her perfunctory apology did not convince anyone.

   Synonymesautomaticcarelesscursoryhalf-heartedmechanicalnegligentoffhandroutinesuperficialtoken

   Antonymesattentivecarefulconscientiousdiligentmeticulousthorough

2. Lacking enthusiasmC1formal

   Performed in a mechanical or indifferent manner, without genuine feeling.

   fait sans enthousiasme

   • The speaker received perfunctory applause from the audience.
   • He made a perfunctory attempt to clean his room.
   • Their handshake was perfunctory and cold.

   Synonymesapatheticautomaticcursoryhalfheartedindifferentlacklustermechanicalroutinesuperficialunenthusiastic

   Antonymesearnestenthusiasticferventsincerezealous