Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cursory examination
noun
/ˈkɜːrsəri ɪɡˈzæməˌneɪʃən/
Definition
A quick or superficial look at something without going into detail.
Examples
- Before making a decision, he conducted a cursory examination of the report.
- The doctor only did a cursory examination, leading to a missed diagnosis.
- Her cursory examination of the document left out several important points.
Meaning
The term ‘cursory examination’ refers to an assessment that is rapid and lacks thoroughness. It generally means looking at something hastily, often resulting in missed details or a shallow understanding.
Synonyms
- Superficial inspection
- Brief review
- Skim
- Quick scan
- Preliminary glance
