thorough
Translation
thorough, complete, meticulous
Examples
She did a thorough cleaning of the house.
She did a thorough cleaning of the house.
The police conducted a thorough investigation.
The police conducted a thorough investigation.
Be thorough in your work.
Be thorough in your work.
Grammar Patterns
((a)) thorough ((noun)) done with great care and completeness He is a very thorough worker.
((to be)) thorough ((in sth.)) to be careful and complete You should be thorough in your research.
Similar Words
Synonyms: meticulous, comprehensive, complete; Antonyms: careless, superficial
Etymology
From Old English 'þurh' meaning 'through'. The idea is of going 'through' something from beginning to end.
Memory Tips
Imagine going 'through' every single detail. If you go 'through' it all, you are 'thorough'.