thoroughly
word
/ˈθɝoʊɫi/
THUR-oh-lee
/θˈʌɹəli/
THUH-ruh-lee
Definition
In a very careful and complete way, making sure that nothing is missed or left out.
Usage & Nuances
Used mostly with actions needing care or completeness ('clean thoroughly', 'check thoroughly'). Formal or neutral; not used for quick or casual actions. Similar to 'completely', but with extra emphasis on attention to detail.
Spanish: a fondo - completamente - minuciosamentePortuguese (BR): completamente - minuciosamente - detalhadamentePortuguese (PT): completamente - minuciosamente - detalhadamenteChinese (Simplified): 彻底地 - 完全地Chinese (Traditional): 徹底地 - 完全地Hindi: पूरी तरह से - अच्छे सेArabic: تمامًا - بدقةBengali: সম্পূর্ণভাবে - ভালভাবেRussian: тщательноJapanese: 徹底的に - しっかりとVietnamese: kỹ lưỡng - cẩn thậnKorean: 철저하게Turkish: tamamen - detaylıcaUrdu: مکمل طور پر - اچھی طرحIndonesian: một cách kỹ lưỡng - cẩn thận
Example Sentences
He cleaned the room thoroughly.
basic
Please read the instructions thoroughly before starting.
basic
The teacher checked the assignments thoroughly.
basic
We searched the house thoroughly, but couldn't find the keys.
natural
Make sure to wash your hands thoroughly after handling chemicals.
natural
She explained the process thoroughly so everyone understood.
natural