perfunctorily
How many syllables in perfunctorily?
There are 5 syllables in the word perfunctorily.How to pronounce perfunctorily:
Synonyms for perfunctorily:
apathetically
as a formality
briefly
disinterestedly
hastily
impassively
incompletely
indifferently
lukewarmly
quickly
reluctantly
rudely
sketchily
unceremoniously
Antonyms for perfunctorily:
absolutely
altogether
assiduously
carefully
completely
comprehensively
downright
entirely
exhaustively
from top to bottom
fully
in great depth
in great detail
intensely
meticulously
painstakingly
perfectly
scrupulously
thoroughly
totally
well
with attention to detail
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