Perfunctorily/pərˈfʌŋktrəli/ Definition 1 of 1Pro Tip 1/3Lack of Interest Shows a minimal level of care or effort, often due to disinterest. He replied to the invitation perfunctorily, not really wanting to attend. Pro Tip 2/3Routine Tasks Used when actions are routine and performed without much thought. She perfunctorily brushed her teeth, still half-asleep. Pro Tip 3/3Emotional Negative Often has a negative emotional connotation, implying dissatisfaction. His applause was perfunctory, clearly unimpressed by the performance.