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- pronunciation:
- thuhr
o
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thuh
ro
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective), Word Explorer
part of speech: |
adjective |
definition 1: |
leaving nothing out; complete.
We found the lost wallet after a thorough search of the classroom.- synonyms:
- complete, comprehensive
- antonyms:
- partial, sketchy
- similar words:
- outright, perfect, strict, total, utter, widespread
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definition 2: |
correct in every detail.
The thorough housekeeper vacuumed under the bed.- synonyms:
- accurate, meticulous
- similar words:
- conscientious, diligent, exact, particular, precise, scrupulous
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related words: |
absolute, close, comprehensive, elaborate, minute, radical, sheer, whole |
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derivations: |
thoroughly (adv.), thoroughness (n.) |
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