Sep 05, 2025
Callous
(adj.)
cal-lous
kal-uhs
Definition:
Insensitive; indifferent; unsympathetic.
Example:
The teacher was callous when the chronically tardy student got in trouble for being late.
Perfunctory
(adj.)
per-func-to-ry
per-fuhngk-tuh-ree
Definition:
Lacking in interest or enthusiasm; characterized by routine; mechanical.
Example:
She gave the list only a perfunctory glance, for she already knew what it would say.
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