Thoroughly
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈθʌɹ.ə.li/ · Part of speech adverb
Quick meaning: Thoroughly is an adverb meaning In a thorough or complete manner.
Meaning
In a thorough or complete manner.
Example Sentences
He went out in the rain and came back thoroughly drenched.
The editor looked thoroughly for any mistakes in the paper.
Another option is to wash spinach and other leafy greens thoroughly in running water before eating them.
Word Forms
- thorowly
Synonyms for thoroughly
Depending on context, synonyms include good, soundly, exhaustively.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include soundly, exhaustively, good, totally, completely, wholly.
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