The difference between Perfunctory and Unthinking
When used as adjectives, perfunctory means done only to fulfil a duty, or in a careless or indifferent manner, whereas unthinking means without proper thought.
check bellow for the other definitions of Perfunctory and Unthinking
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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."
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Unthinking as an adjective:
Without proper thought; thoughtless.
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Unthinking as an adjective:
Showing no regard; careless or unconcerned.
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Unthinking as a verb: