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perfunctory in French

perfunctory in French is superficiel, sommaire, bâclé — perfunctory means done only or merely to conform to a minimal standard or to fulfill a protocol or presumptive duty.

perfunctory in French

superficiel
adj
Performed in a careless or indifferent manner as a thing of rote.
sommaire
adj
Performed in a careless or indifferent manner as a thing of rote.
bâclé
adj
Performed in a careless or indifferent manner as a thing of rote.
de pure forme
adj
Performed in a careless or indifferent manner as a thing of rote.
détaché
adj
Performed in a careless or indifferent manner as a thing of rote.
négligeant
adj
Performed in a careless or indifferent manner as a thing of rote.

What does "perfunctory" mean?

  1. adj Done only or merely to conform to a minimal standard or to fulfill a protocol or presumptive duty.
  2. adj Performed in a careless or indifferent manner as a thing of rote.
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What is "perfunctory" in French?

"perfunctory" in French is superficiel, sommaire, bâclé. perfunctory means: Done only or merely to conform to a minimal standard or to fulfill a protocol or presumptive duty.

Are there other ways to say "perfunctory" in French?

Yes — French has 6 translations listed for "perfunctory": superficiel, sommaire, bâclé, de pure forme, détaché, négligeant.

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