The difference between Perfunctory and Pro forma

When used as adjectives, perfunctory means done only to fulfil a duty, or in a careless or indifferent manner, whereas pro forma means for the sake of form only.

Pro forma is also noun with the meaning: a document that shows the standard entries of a form or similar document.

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  1. Perfunctory as an adjective:

    Done only to fulfil a duty, or in a careless or indifferent manner; performed mechanically and as a thing of rote.

    Examples:

    "He did a perfunctory job cleaning his dad's car, finishing quickly but leaving a few spots still dirty."

  1. Pro forma as an adjective:

    For the sake of form only.

  1. Pro forma as a noun:

    A document that shows the standard entries of a form or similar document

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