Thorough

/ˈθɜːroʊ/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Complete with regard to every detail; not superficial or partial.

She conducted a thorough investigation into the matter.

Done with great attention to detail; meticulous.

The teacher provided a thorough explanation of the concepts.

Having or showing great care and effort.

His thorough review of the document caught several errors.

Complete in all aspects; full.

The project requires a thorough understanding of the subject.

Middle English, from Old English 'þurh' meaning 'through'.

thorough job

A job completed with great attention to detail.

thorough research

Research that covers all aspects of a subject.

thorough understanding

A complete and deep understanding of a topic.

thoroughness

The quality of being thorough.

throughout

In every part of a place or during the whole period of an event.

Totally committed or engaged.

He’s in it thorough, no half measures.

Doing something to the max.

She went thorough on that project, no shortcuts taken.