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thoroughly

/ˈθʌɹ.ə.li/adverb3 syllables

Thoroughly means: completely and absolutely (‘good’ is sometimes used informally for ‘thoroughly’).

Synonyms for thoroughly5

adverb, as in completely and absolutely (‘good’ is sometimes used informally for ‘thoroughly’)

soundly, good

adverb, as in in an exhaustive manner

exhaustively

also used for thoroughly

but good, in spades

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What does thoroughly mean?2

adverb

1

completely and absolutely (‘good’ is sometimes used informally for ‘thoroughly’)“he was soundly defeated”

2

in an exhaustive manner“we searched the files thoroughly”

Definitions from the Open English WordNet, CC BY 4.0.

Thoroughly in a sentence

  • If your gums are bleeding, it means that you don't brush your teeth thoroughly.Nylez
  • The ship was searched thoroughly, but no illegal drugs were found.CK
  • Before making a decision, study the case more thoroughly.felidad
  • If you notice any sticky spots, clean them thoroughly.Amastan
  • If we have to do it, then we'd better do it thoroughly.sundown
  • If something sticky spills, make sure to clean it thoroughly.Amastan
  • Use hot, soapy water and a scrub brush to clean the cutting board thoroughly.Amastan
  • If you would thoroughly know anything, teach it to others.gauravjiii

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