Synonyms of perfunctory
9 similar words · 3 opposite words
Another word for perfunctory is automatic. Other synonyms of perfunctory are token and haphazard. The opposite of perfunctory is complete.
Synonyms and similar words for perfunctory
adjectiveDone only or merely to conform to a minimal standard or to fulfill a protocol or presumptive duty.
- automaticDone out of habit or without conscious thought.
- cursory
- obligatory
- pro formaOccurring, undertaken, or performed as a perfunctory matter, in the interest of form, or for the sake of formality.
- tokenPerfunctory or merely symbolic; done or existing for appearance's sake, or to minimally comply with a requirement.
- unthinking
adjectivePerformed in a careless or indifferent manner as a thing of rote.
- haphazardRandom; chaotic; incomplete; not thorough, constant, or consistent.
- mechanical
- slipshod
Opposite of perfunctory
Meaning of perfunctory
- adjective Done only or merely to conform to a minimal standard or to fulfill a protocol or presumptive duty.
- adjective Performed in a careless or indifferent manner as a thing of rote.
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Questions about synonyms of perfunctory
- What is another word for perfunctory?
- Perfunctory has 9 synonyms on Word.ws, such as automatic, token and haphazard.
- What is the opposite of perfunctory?
- The opposite of perfunctory is complete.
- What does perfunctory mean?
- Perfunctory means done only or merely to conform to a minimal standard or to fulfill a protocol or presumptive duty.
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