cursorily

[ˈkɜːsərəli]

cursorily Definition

hastily and without giving attention to detail; superficially.

Using cursorily: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "cursorily" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I only had time to glance cursorily at the report.

  • Example

    She read the email cursorily and missed some important details.

  • Example

    He answered the question cursorily, not really understanding what was being asked.

cursorily Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for cursorily

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Summary: cursorily in Brief

The adverb 'cursorily' [ˈkɜːsərəli] means to do something hastily and without giving attention to detail, or superficially. It is often used to describe a quick glance or brief reading of something, as in 'I only had time to glance cursorily at the report.'