thoroughly

B2 Topic:Describing Qualities

US /ˈθɜɹ.ə.li/ UK /ˈθʌɹ.ə.li/ See IPA manual

Freq #7077

Meanings

1

adv
In a careful and complete way.

We searched the room thoroughly but found nothing.
2

adv
Completely; very much.

I thoroughly enjoyed the concert last night.

Thesaurus

Synonyms

1 adv · in a careful and complete way. exhaustively

2 adv · completely; very much. completely

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Phrases (1)

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thoroughly professional
showing the skill, care, and conduct expected of a trained worker in every respect

Adverb + adjective

Etymology

From thorough + -ly.

Topics

Describing Qualities

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