Synonyms · Question 14 · Hard

Choose the word most similar in meaning to PERFUNCTORY.

  1. Cursory
  2. Punctual
  3. Thorough
  4. Elaborate
Answer and explanation

Answer: A. Cursory

Explanation: A perfunctory action is done with minimal effort or care, i.e. cursory. Thorough and elaborate are opposites.

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