Choose the option which is similar in meaning to the underlined word.
He did his work reluctantly because he did not like the director.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
Correct Answer: Perfunctorily
Explanation
• Reluctantly means doing something unwillingly, hesitantly, or without real interest.
• Perfunctorily refers to performing a task routinely and with minimal effort or enthusiasm, carrying a very similar tone of unenthusiastic compliance.
• Example: She greeted the visitors perfunctorily before quickly returning to her desk.Word | Meaning
Voluntarily | Done willingly of one's own free choice
Enthusiastically | Done with intense interest or excitement
Thankfully | With appreciation or relief