PERFUNCTORILY

perfunctorily, pro forma

(adverb) in a set manner without serious attention; as a formality; “they answered my letter pro forma”; “he kissed her cheek perfunctorily”

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Adverb

perfunctorily (comparative more perfunctorily, superlative most perfunctorily)

In a perfunctory manner, without interest or concern for quality.

Source: Wiktionary


Per*func"to*ri*ly, adv.

Definition: In a perfunctory manner; formally; carelessly. Boyle.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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28 November 2024

SYNCRETISM

(noun) the fusion of originally different inflected forms (resulting in a reduction in the use of inflections)


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