perfunctory

• Описывает действие или поведение, выполняемое с минимальными усилиями, интересом или вниманием, часто как рутина или формальность.

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.

   Поверхностный

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

   Синонимыautomaticcarelesscursoryhalf-heartedmechanicalnegligentoffhandroutinesuperficialtoken

   Антонимыattentivecarefulconscientiousdiligentmeticulousthorough

2. Lacking enthusiasmC1formal

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

   Поверхностный

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

   Синонимыapatheticautomaticcursoryhalfheartedindifferentlacklustermechanicalroutinesuperficialunenthusiastic

   Антонимыearnestenthusiasticferventsincerezealous