SAT Word of the Day: perfunctory
April 23, 2009 by Adam
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perfunctory (adj.)
From Dictionary.com:
1. performed merely as a routine duty; hasty and superficial: perfunctory courtesy.
2. lacking interest, care, or enthusiasm; indifferent or apathetic.
In a sentence:
“Ralph’s poor test score was hardly surprising given his perfunctory study habits.”
