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cursory
[ kur-suh-ree ]
adjective
- going rapidly over something, without noticing details; hasty; superficial:
a cursory glance at a newspaper article.
Synonyms: , , ,
cursory
/ ˈɜːəɪ /
adjective
- hasty and usually superficial; quick
a cursory check
Derived Forms
- ˈܰǰԱ, noun
- ˈܰǰ, adverb
Other Word Forms
- ܰs·· adverb
- ܰs··Ա noun
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of cursory1
Example Sentences
It's remarkably different from the simple three neuron types classification — motor neurons, sensory neurons, and interneurons — one might have learned in a cursory overview of brain science.
“There’s zero excuse for them to not have done a cursory examination to see if anyone was inside,” Carpenter said.
“Finally, after their nude photos and home addresses began being posted online — accessible to anyone with an internet connection — Dr. Schwartz issued a cursory, vague, and misleading data breach notice.”
You should also make sure you understand your lease thoroughly before you sign — don’t just give it a cursory glance.
A cursory glance at the striker's touch map shows he played his part in all areas of the pitch, with 12 of his 40 touches coming inside his own half.
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