thoroughgoing

adjective

ˌthər-ə-ˈgō-iŋ How to pronounce thoroughgoing (audio)
Definition of thoroughgoingnext
1
as in unconditional
having no exceptions or restrictions civil rights advocates are hoping for a thoroughgoing rejection of the proposed bill

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2
as in thorough
trying all possibilities a thoroughgoing attempt to solve the puzzle and still no luck

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Recent Examples of thoroughgoing Even Iran, a thoroughgoing theocracy, calls itself the Islamic Republic of Iran. — John M. Crisp, Mercury News, 29 Oct. 2025 At La Follette’s behest, the state legislature enacted a thoroughgoing and efficient reform of these industries. — Time, 16 July 2025 In Jen Silverman’s thoroughgoing adaptation, Tekla is given full voice, and the men are finally held to account. — Jesse Green, New York Times, 19 May 2025 This reckless act of aggravating the situation requires that the armed forces of the DPRK maintain a rapid reaction capability and thoroughgoing war posture. — Micah McCartney, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for thoroughgoing
Recent Examples of Synonyms for thoroughgoing
  1. unconditional
  2. thorough
  3. complete
  4. extensive
  5. sheer
  6. comprehensive
  7. utter
  8. pure
Adjective
  • My love is unconditional and nothing will separate me from your cheesy beefy burrito and avocado chicken stacker.
    — Teresa Mull, FOXNews.com, 31 July 2026
  • Each fellow will also retain the unconditional right to publish in any journal, even if the findings are critical of Polymarket.
    — Camila Grigera Naón, Fortune, 29 July 2026
Definition of unconditional
Adjective
  • Fish and Game planned to confirm the bear’s species through thorough DNA testing.
    — Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 29 July 2026
  • The chances of these complications drop with good prenatal care and thorough screening and monitoring to head off issues early.
    — Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 29 July 2026
Definition of thorough
Adjective
  • The cargo vessel struck by an unknown projectile in the Strait of Hormuz north of Oman suffered a complete blackout, according to a report from the Marisks maritime risk management group.
    — Hanna Ziady, CNN Money, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Once their spring blooms are complete, Aggrey meticulously collects the seed pods from the clarkias, gilias and phacelias, processes the seeds and packages them for gifting before the subsequent spring.
    — Pedro Moura, Los Angeles Times, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of complete
Adjective
  • There’s also an swanky Indian restaurant, Indian Accent, for authentic upscale dishes and an extensive global wine list.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Over the past few years, Boots has been delving into its extensive data to test and try products and began introducing stand-alone beauty retail concepts, the latest of which opened in Bristol earlier this month.
    — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of extensive
Adjective
  • Cyrus’ flawless-looking skin was in part thanks to the Maybelline New York Lifter Plump and Glow Foundation, a sheer base that can be built up for more coverage.
    — Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 1 Aug. 2026
  • For her main ensemble, the Catwoman star wore head-to-toe black, including a strappy triangle bikini layered beneath a semi-sheer coverup that doubled as a minidress.
    — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of sheer
Adjective
  • This enables comprehensive pre-arrival planning, reducing friction for guests and maximizing ancillary revenue for hotels.
    — Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 30 July 2026
  • What’s New Think of this as a comprehensive refresh rather than an all-new model.
    — Howard Walker, Robb Report, 29 July 2026
Definition of comprehensive
Adjective
  • Tense football games tend to leave fans in utter distress, but not John Cena.
    — Adrianne Reece, InStyle, 28 July 2026
  • The violence of the newborn micrometeoroid's exile was followed by an epoch of utter silence, as its orbit was subtly influenced by the unseen forces of the solar system.
    — Anthony Wood, Space.com, 21 July 2026
Definition of utter
Adjective
  • By producing pure, highly concentrated molecules that mimic the skin’s natural functions, Lewisham claims her products are more consistent, precise and sustainable.
    — Kati Chitrakorn, CNN Money, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Reese and Styles were this draft’s best athletes, and there were other safeties in this class with better physical attributes, but Downs was the best pure football player in the class.
    — Nick Baumgardner, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of pure

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“Thoroughgoing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thoroughgoing. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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