Perfunctory

C1 16+

Synonyms of perfunctory

Antonyms of perfunctory

Collocations of perfunctory

perfunctory response
Frequency: 70 %

He gave a perfunctory response to her question, not really listening.

perfunctory gesture
Frequency: 60 %

She made a perfunctory gesture of thanks before leaving the room.

perfunctory smile
Frequency: 50 %

He greeted her with a perfunctory smile, but his eyes showed no warmth.

perfunctory apology
Frequency: 45 %

She offered a perfunctory apology for being late, but didn't seem truly sorry.

perfunctory nod
Frequency: 40 %

He gave her a perfunctory nod of acknowledgment before turning away.

Idiomatic Expressions for perfunctory

  • Phrase: a perfunctory response
    Meaning: a response that is given without much thought or consideration
    Usage: His perfunctory response to the question indicated that he wasn't really paying attention.