Which adjective describes something done quickly with little attention to detail?

• A. Cogent
• B. Ephemeral
• C. Didactic
• D. Cursory

Answer: (D)

The concept here is describing actions that are done quickly and without paying close attention to details. The word that fits this idea is cursory. When something is done in a cursory way, it’s superficial and rushed, like taking a quick glance rather than a thorough inspection. For example, a cursory review of a report might miss errors or important points because it’s done too quickly.

Cogent describes something clear and convincing in argument, not speed or thoroughness. Ephemeral means short-lived or temporary. Didactic refers to a style meant to teach, often in a controlling or instructive way. So those don’t match the sense of speed with little attention to detail as closely as cursory does.