thoroughly

adverb

ˈthər-(ˌ)ō-lē How to pronounce thoroughly (audio)
Definition of thoroughlynext
1
as in systematically
with attention to all aspects or details they researched the issue thoroughly before deciding how to vote

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2
as in fully
to a full extent or degree I am thoroughly satisfied with her explanation of the events of that evening

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Recent Examples of thoroughly Adjust the salt, acid, pepper, and olive oil when the bread is tender, thoroughly seasoned, and still holding together. — Lillian Syme, Bon Appetit Magazine, 17 Aug. 2026 Roddy is exceptional at his work, but his thoroughly unpleasant personality almost always irks his colleagues. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 17 Aug. 2026 Highline Community Elementary School officials said the building was closed Monday for staff to thoroughly clean and sanitize. — Lauren Penington, Denver Post, 17 Aug. 2026 Roupp was completely and thoroughly outdueled by the Rockies’ Kyle Freeland, who pitched eight innings of one-run ball. — Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 15 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for thoroughly
Recent Examples of Synonyms for thoroughly
  1. systematically
  2. fully
  3. completely
  4. quite
  5. totally
  6. utterly
  7. perfectly
  8. all
Adverb
  • The testing process utilized 11 distinct temperature rise and fall test platforms to simulate real operational conditions and verify system stability systematically.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 18 Aug. 2026
  • This foundational process involves systematically exploring emerging trends, product solutions, customer segments, and economic sales drivers.
    — Dileep Rao, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of systematically
Adverb
  • The study hypothesized that the sickle was added before the body fully decomposed since no joints were detached or displaced, as archaeologists would expect if a grave were to be disturbed after the body became a skeleton.
    — Katie Hunt, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Most famously, Iwao Hakamada spent decades on death row over a 1966 quadruple murder before being released in 2014 and fully exonerated in 2024 at the age of 88.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of fully
Adverb
  • There are new bargains to discover, players whose prices might be completely wrong and plenty of uncertainty about which teams and players are going to emerge as the best options.
    — Holly Shand, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Every episode of a show needs to be completely produced and dubbed or subtitled into dozens of languages before any episode can debut.
    — Josef Adalian, Vulture, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of completely
Adverb
  • The currents in the sea mean that swimming with small children or weak swimmers can be quite unrelaxing.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Meanwhile, Jacquelyn is quite private and has no social media accounts.
    — Jessica Sager, PEOPLE, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of quite
Adverb
  • So the idea of him always wanting to be a writer is totally true.
    — Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Everyone in my family, my community, actually calls me a totally different name to either of those.
    — Chris Murphy, Vanity Fair, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of totally
Adverb
  • With one gentle squeeze of a tweezer or lash applicator, they’re secured in place all day and look completely, utterly natural.
    — Kiana Murden, Vogue, 17 Aug. 2026
  • All these made the neighborhood vibrant and utterly essential to the enormous city.
    — Matthew Wills, JSTOR Daily, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of utterly
Adverb
  • If Menorca were instead described as a refreshing gazpacho, this 18th-century rural estate converted into a luxury hotel would be the perfectly satisfying last spoonful.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Swift’s engagement ring, which has been estimated to have a minimum value of $550,000, fits perfectly with the band, Fitzpatrick noted.
    — Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of perfectly
Adverb
  • Works created by painters, sculptors, ceramicists, and fashion designers are all on display, making the space feel as much a cultural showcase as a luxury retreat.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Your website, reviews, business profiles, media mentions, interviews, social content and third-party references can all contribute to how your company is understood.
    — Dr. Bin Tang, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
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