Identify the antonym of the adjective 'perfunctory' in: 'The inspector conducted a perfunctory review of the laboratory safety logs.'
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Thorough and meticulous
- Step 1: Define target word: 'Perfunctory' means carried out with minimal effort, care, or interest; hasty and superficial.
- Step 2: Determine requested antonym (opposite): An action performed with deep care, completeness, and rigor.
- Step 3: Select 'Thorough and meticulous'.
Answer
Thorough and meticulous.
Why not the others: 'Careless', 'Brief', and 'Routine' are synonyms or characteristics of perfunctory action.
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