How to pronounce the word cursory?
cursory
adjective
How to pronounce cursory?
The word cursory sounds like cur-so-ry
/'kɜrsəri/
What is the definition of cursory?
adjectivehasty and without attention to detail; not thorough
Examples
- a casual (or cursory) inspection failed to reveal the house's structural flaws
What is the definition of 'cursory'?
- Cursory means hasty or superficial, done without attention or detail.
What is the origin of the word 'cursory'?
- The word 'cursory' originated from the Latin word 'cursorius', which means 'running'. It is derived from the noun 'cursor' which means 'runner'.
How can 'cursory' be used in a sentence?
- He gave the document only a cursory glance before signing it.
- Her cursory examination of the car failed to reveal any obvious defects.
What is the antonym of 'cursory'?
- Thorough
- meticulous
- detailed
- comprehensive
What is the synonym of 'cursory'?
- Superficial
- quick
- hasty
- rapid
What part of speech is 'cursory'?
- Cursory is an adjective.
Is 'cursory' a positive or negative word?
- The word 'cursory' is neutral and does not inherently carry a positive or negative connotation. Its meaning depends on the context in which it is used.
Can 'cursory' be used to describe a person?
- Yes, 'cursory' can be used to describe a person if they perform tasks or actions hastily or without attention to detail.
Can 'cursory' be used to describe an object?
- Yes, 'cursory' can be used to describe an object if it is done or performed quickly and without thoroughness.
What are some related words to 'cursory'?
- Superficial
- quick
- hasty
- rapid
- shallow
- surface-level
- heedless
