Synonyms for thorough
ˈθɜr oʊ, ˈθʌr oʊthor·ough

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1. thorough

   The widely divergent senses in which the word radical is used, by which it can be at some time interchanged with any word in the above list, are all formed upon the one primary sense of having to do with or proceeding from the root (Latin radix); a radical difference is one that springs from the root, and is thus constitutional, essential, fundamental, organic, original; a radical change is one that does not stop at the surface, but reaches down to the very root, and is entire, thorough, total; since the majority find superficial treatment of any matter the easiest and most comfortable, radical measures, which strike at the root of evil or need, are apt to be looked upon as extreme.

   Synonyms:
   complete, constitutional, entire, essential, extreme, fundamental, ingrained, innate, native, natural, organic, original, perfect, positive, primitive, radical, thoroughgoing, total

   Antonyms:
   conservative, inadequate, incomplete, moderate, palliative, partial, slight, superficial, tentative, trial

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1. thorough

   Synonyms:
   entire, complete, thoroughgoing, powerful, drastic, perfect

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1. thoroughadjective

   painstakingly careful and accurate

   "our accountant is thorough"; "thorough research"

   Synonyms:
   thoroughgoing, exhaustive

   Antonyms:
   uncomplete, incomplete, careless

2. exhaustive, thorough, thoroughgoingadjective

   performed comprehensively and completely

   "an exhaustive study"; "made a thorough search"; "thoroughgoing research"

   Synonyms:
   perfect(a), exhaustive, utter(a), thoroughgoing(a), double-dyed(a), complete(a), sodding(a), thoroughgoing, gross(a), staring(a), arrant(a), stark(a), consummate(a), pure(a), everlasting(a), unadulterated

   Antonyms:
   uncomplete, incomplete, careless

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1. thoroughadjective

   Synonyms:
   complete, entire, total, perfect, full

2. thoroughadjective

   Synonyms:
   of full blood (as horses)

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1. thoroughadjective

   Synonyms:
   complete, profound

   Antonyms:
   superficial, cursory, partial, sciolistic

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1. List of paraphrases for "thorough":

   in-depth, comprehensive, exhaustive, detailed, careful, rigorous, extensive, meticulous, depth, complete, thoroughly, deep, profound, full, painstaking, radical, conscientious, thoroughgoing, indepth, accurate, thorough-going, intensive

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1. Michelle Lujan Grisham:

   These are incredibly serious and significant allegations, i anticipate a rigorous and thorough law enforcement investigation.

2. Kristen Clarke:

   We've also received allegations that Alabama Department of Public Health has failed to carry out their responsibilities to abate raw sewage conditions, thereby placing Black residents of Lowndes County at higher risk for disease, based on our careful and thorough review of those allegations and an extensive review of publicly available information, we find significant justification to open this investigation, now.

3. District Attorney Tony Clayton says:

   My office will conduct a thorough investigation of the case, including analyzing all police unit dash camera and officer camera footage, communication with the officer, and interviews with witnesses, sirens and police vehicles do not give an officer the authority to cut through a red light. They must slow down or come to a complete stop when human life is in danger.

4. Michel Moore:

   I am profoundly sorry for the loss of this young girl’s life and I know there are no words that can relieve the unimaginable pain for the family, my commitment is to conduct a thorough, complete and transparent investigation into the circumstances that led up to this tragedy and provide the family and public with as much information as possible.

5. Roger Goodell:

   With considerable assistance from the many people and organizations we consulted, NFL ownership has endorsed an enhanced policy that is significantly more robust, thorough, and formal, the policy is comprehensive. It is strong. It is tough. And it is better for everyone associated with the NFL.