Definition of thorough

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  • thorough is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 15
  • thorough is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 15
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Definition of thorough

  • without qualification; used informally as (often pejorative) intensifiers (adjective)

    Examples

    1. a thorough nuisance
    2. a thoroughgoing villain

    Synonyms

    1. arrant
    2. complete
    3. consummate
    4. double-dyed
    5. everlasting
    6. gross
    7. perfect
    8. pure
    9. sodding
    10. staring
    11. stark
    12. thoroughgoing
    13. unadulterated
    14. utter
  • performed comprehensively and completely; not superficial or partial (adjective)

    Examples

    1. made a thorough search
    2. thoroughgoing research

    Synonyms

    1. exhaustive
    2. thoroughgoing
  • painstakingly careful and accurate (adjective)

    Examples

    1. our accountant is thorough
    2. thorough research

See definition of thorough in Merriam Webster