thorough
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈθɜːroʊ/
KK: /ˈθɜroʊ/
adjective
Definition
Complete and detailed, leaving nothing out; done with great care and attention to detail.
Example
The team conducted a thorough investigation into the matter.
Conversation
Did you finish that project for school?
Yeah, I made sure to do a thorough job on it this time.
That's great! It really pays off to be thorough with your work.
Absolutely! I want to make sure I get a good grade.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
complete
meticulous
exhaustive
Antonyms
superficial
incomplete
careless
preposition
Definition
Not a valid English word.
Example
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Conversation
Did you finish reading that book I lent you last month?
Not yet, but I'm getting thorough in my understanding of the plot.
It's great that you're taking your time with it.
Root Explanation
Thorough → It originates from Old English 'þurh' (meaning through) and is related to the concept of completeness or going through something entirely. The word 'thorough' means complete and detailed, covering all aspects without leaving anything out.
Memory Tip
Think of going 'through' ('þurh') something completely, which helps you remember that 'thorough' means to cover every detail.
Visually Confused Words
through
unthorough
athrough
trough
though
troughy
throuch
thought